Meaning of the word "carbon monoxide" in English

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carbon monoxide

US /ˌkɑːr.bən məˈnɑːk.saɪd/
UK /ˌkɑːr.bən məˈnɑːk.saɪd/
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Noun

1.

a colorless, odorless, and toxic gas formed by incomplete combustion of carbon-containing materials, such as gasoline, natural gas, wood, and coal.

Example:
Exposure to carbon monoxide can be fatal.
Make sure your home has a carbon monoxide detector.
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