nitro
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8.6
- noun
- /ˈnaɪtroʊ/
- Archaic
:
nitrocelulosa
- The film was produced using nitro stock, which allowed for higher-quality images than traditional films.
- nitro drip
Examples
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There are three cutoff valves to the nitro fuel.
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We got a whole vault of nitro right here.
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This is not the way you transport nitro!
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In the daytime, he's an executive at Nitro Chemical.
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It's an explosive liquid, or TNT, which actually stands for Tri Nitro toluene.
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We're all set today with a full slate of racing, including those fantastic space-heating machines, the super-charged, nitro-burning funny car.
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They handled the nitro carefully to prevent any accidental explosions during the transfer.
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In the laboratory, the researchers used nitro compounds to create more effective propellants for their experiments.
Synonyms
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9.9
A very flammable chemical made from plant fiber used in old film, paint, and explosives
A very flammable material made from plant fibers and a strong acid, used in lacquers, early photographic film, and explosives
A very flammable chemical made from plant fibers used to make early plastics, film, and shiny coatings
A very flammable chemical used to make photographic film, plastics, and varnish
A strong, light material made from cotton treated with acid used in films and explosives
Compounds
- Specialized
A fertilizer made from chalk and ammonium nitrate to add nitrogen to soil
Surface Forms
Etymology
Nitro as a noun for old film, propellants, or lacquers comes from nitre and nitrogen, because these materials were made by adding nitrogen to plant fibres to make nitrocellulose. That is why 'nitro' items are highly flammable and must be kept with care.