nitreux — meaning in English
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English meaning
- nitrous adj Relating to or derived from nitrogen, especially in a lower-valence chemical form than "nitric" compounds.
Senses
nitreux is used for these senses in English:
- nitrous (chemistry) Of, relating to, or derived from nitrogen, especially in which the valence of the nitrogen is lower than that of a corresponding nitric species. [from 17th c.]
nitrous — full definition
- adj Relating to or derived from nitrogen, especially in a lower-valence chemical form than "nitric" compounds.
- noun Short for nitrous oxide, sometimes used as a mild anesthetic or, in cars, to boost engine power.