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What does iodoform mean?

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Noun
  1. (chemistry) A halogenated hydrocarbon, CHI3; a yellow crystalline compound, formerly used as a mild antiseptic
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First prepared in 1822, iodoform is manufactured by electrolysis of aqueous solutions containing acetone, inorganic iodides, and sodium carbonate.
Still it was very good to be quit of the smell of iodoform and the sight of bandages.
In general it may be stated that iodoform is now used in all the wounds, injuries, diseases, requiring the action of an antiseptic.
The atmosphere of the room was offensively heavy with the strong odour of iodoform.
They smell faintly of iodoform, but are in A-1 shape otherwise.
It is stuffed with iodoform gauze, which is changed daily, and the cavity is allowed to granulate up from the bottom.

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