VX

noun \ˈvē-ˈeks\

Definition of VX

: an extremely toxic chemical weapon C₁₁H₂₆NO₂PS similar to sarin and tabun in action

American or British government code designation for the gas

First Known Use: 1965

Medical Dictionary

noun \ˈvē-ˈeks\

: a cholinesterase inhibitor C₁₁H₂₆NO₂PS prepared and stockpiled for use in chemical warfare as a nerve gas

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