'carbon tetrachloride' definitions:

Definition of 'carbon tetrachloride'

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noun
A colorless nonflammable liquid used as a solvent for fats and oils; because of its toxicity its use as a cleaning fluid or fire extinguisher has declined [syn: carbon tetrachloride, carbon tet, tetrachloromethane, perchloromethane]

Synonyms of 'carbon tetrachloride'

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