nitro
Pronunciation: /ˈnaɪtɹəʊ/
The English word “nitro” has 7 meanings listed here.
noun
- The univalent NO₂ functional group.
- Nitroglycerin, especially as medication.
- A beer that is nitrogenated to give it a more creamy head.
- Nitromethane.
- Nitrogen, especially as liquid nitrogen.
- Nitrous oxide; the system that adds nitrous oxide to a car engine; by extension, a boost mechanic to speed up cars in a video game.
adjective
- Containing the nitro group.
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