Freon

/ˌfriˈɑn/
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Definitions of Freon
  1. noun
    any one or more chlorofluorocarbons (or related compounds) that are used as an aerosol propellant, organic solvent, or refrigerant
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    type of:
    CFC, chlorofluorocarbon
    a fluorocarbon with chlorine; formerly used as a refrigerant and as a propellant in aerosol cans
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