fum·ing

(fyūm'ing),

Giving forth a visible vapor, a property of concentrated nitric, sulfuric, and hydrochloric acids, and certain other substances.

[L. fumus, smoke]

Farlex Partner Medical Dictionary © Farlex 2012

fum·ing

(fyūm'ing)

Giving forth a visible vapor, a property of concentrated nitric, sulfuric, and hydrochloric acids, and of certain other substances.

[L. fumus, smoke]

Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012

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