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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A chlorofluorocarbon with chemical formula CF₂CClF, used as a cryogenic refrigerant and in the manufacture of plastics. uncountable

Etymology

From chloro- + tri- + fluoro- + ethylene.

Related phrases

chemical formula

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