1. A severe skin condition characterized by acne-like lesions, cysts, and discoloration caused by exposure to chlorinated compounds, particularly dioxins and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs).
Usage: medical term; plural form of chloracne; occupational hazard in chemical manufacturing

Examples

• Workers exposed to dioxins during the chemical accident developed severe chloracnes.
• The study documented cases of chloracnes in employees at the contaminated facility.
• Chloracnes can persist for years after exposure to toxic chlorinated compounds.
• Dermatologists recognized the distinctive pattern of chloracnes in the affected workers.
• Prevention of chloracnes requires strict safety protocols in chemical plants.