freon
noun/ˈfɹiːɒn/
Etymology A genericization of the Chemours trademark "Freon." According to Flood, the name was formed from freeze and the arbitrary suffix -on.
1
Chemistry, Natural sciences, Organic chemistry, Physical sciences Any of several nonflammable refrigerants based on halogenated hydrocarbon including R-12, R-22, and R-23.
2
Informal A gaseous ozone-depleting refrigerant.
3
Informal A chlorofluorocarbon.
- Related terms
- CFC