[f. as prec. + -IST.] One who professionally administers chloroform; one versed in the use of chloroform.
1875. H. Walton, Dis. Eye, 11. The assistance of a proficient chloroformist.
1879. J. Timbs, in Cassell’s Techn. Educ., IV. 119/1. To officiate as chloroformist at her then pending accouchement.
1883. Pall Mall Gaz., 9 March, 6/1. The conspirators may be briefly described as a League of Chloroformists and Poisoners.
