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Definition of Nitromethane

1. n. A nitro derivative of methane obtained as a mobile liquid; -- called also nitrocarbol.

Definition of Nitromethane

1. Noun. a colourless oily liquid used in organic synthesis, and as a fuel for rockets, racing cars and model aircraft ¹

2. Noun. (chemistry) the simplest nitroparaffin, CH₃NO₂ ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Nitromethane

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Medical Definition of Nitromethane

1. A nitro derivative of methane obtained as a mobile liquid. Synonym: nitrocarbol. Origin: Nitro- + methane. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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