(n) barbiturate that is a hygroscopic powder (trade name Pentothal) that is a strong barbiturate that acts rapidly; induces a relaxed state when injected as a general anesthetic, Syn. thiopental sodium, Pentothal, thiopentobarbital sodium
[そとばり, sotobari] (n) (1) posting something to the exterior of a building, etc.; something posted in such a place; (2) fortifications outside a military encampment