nitrite
nounThe univalent anionic group NO2, derived from nitrous acid, or a compound containing this group.
nounA salt of nitrous acid. Azotite is a synonym.
nounA salt or ester of nitrous acid; a compound bearing the -NO2 radical.
nouna yellow oily volatile liquid, used in medicine as a depressant and a vaso-dilator. Its inhalation produces an instantaneous flushing of the face.
nounany
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the radical -NO2 or any compound containing it (such as a salt or ester of nitrous acid)
