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Nitrile
see synonyms of nitrileNoun
any of a class of organic compounds containing the cyano radical -CN
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Nitrile
see synonyms of nitrilenoun
any one of a class of organic compounds containing the monovalent group -CN
. Also called (not in technical usage): cyanideCollins English Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers
Nitrile
see synonyms of nitrile noun
an organic cyanide of the general formula R·C⋮N, yielding the corresponding acid and ammonia on hydrolysis
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Nitrile
see synonyms of nitrilen.
1. An organic molecule containing a CN group, an organic derivative of hydrocyanic acid.
2. An oil-resistant copolymer of acrylonitrile and butadiene, used especially for disposable gloves, gaskets, seals, and tubing. Also called nitrile rubber.
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