Tetrachloroethylene

Origin

tetra- + chloro- + ethylene

Full definition of tetrachloroethylene

Noun

1. A chlorocarbon with the formula C₂Cl₄, often used in dry cleaning
• 2007, May 12, The Associated Press, Car Wash’s Water Is Tested in Search for Contaminant, The department has been testing samples of tap water in the affected neighborhoods for the presence of the chemical, tetrachloroethylene, which is used in dry cleaning and auto body repair.

Synonyms

• perchloroethylene
• perc