noun
- Plural of brominism; poisoning or toxic effects caused by excessive intake or exposure to bromine or bromine compounds.
Usage: medical/technical term; rare in everyday usage
Examples
- Chronic brominisms can result from prolonged occupational exposure to bromine vapors.
- The patient's symptoms were consistent with brominisms, including tremors and cognitive impairment.
- Industrial workers must be protected against brominisms through proper ventilation and safety equipment.
- Historical cases of brominisms were documented among chemists who handled bromine without adequate precautions.