phosgene

noun phos·gene \ˈfäz-ˌjēn\

Definition of PHOSGENE

: a colorless gas COCl₂ of unpleasant odor that is a severe respiratory irritant that has been used in chemical warfare

Greek phōs light + -genēs born, produced — more at fancy, -gen; from its originally having been obtained by the action of sunlight

First Known Use: 1812

Medical Dictionary

noun phos·gene \ˈfäz-ˌjēn\

: a colorless gas COCl₂ of unpleasant odor that is a severe respiratory irritant and has been used in chemical warfare

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