perc.

A form of perchloroethylene — Synonym of tetrachloroethylene, a nonflammable, non-polar solvent with low toxicity, especially in the dry-cleaning trade

Meanings

nounperc. (uncountable)
  1. abbreviationuncountableAbbreviation of perchloroethylene.
  2. abbreviationuncountableentertainmentAbbreviation of percussion.
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