iodoform

A yellowish crystalline iodine compound, CHI₃, used as an antiseptic.

A solid compound (CHI₃) analogous to chloroform, produced by the action of iodine with alkalis or alkali carbonates on alcohol.

To apply iodoform to; impregnate with iodoform.

This substance, much used in surgery, is now prepared electrolytically from a mixed solution of alcohol with an alkaline carbonate and iodide.

A yellow, crystalline, volatile substance, CI3H, having an offensive odor and sweetish taste, and analogous to chloroform. It is used in medicine as a healing and antiseptic dressing for wounds and sores.

A halogenated hydrocarbon, CHI3; a yellow crystalline compound, formerly used as a mild antiseptic

a yellowish crystalline solid with a penetrating odor; sometimes used as an antiseptic dressing

sweet smelling yellow solid haloform CHI3