nitrile
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ni·trile
(nī′trəl)n.
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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nitrile
(ˈnaɪtrɪl; -traɪl)n
(Elements & Compounds) any one of a class of organic compounds containing the monovalent group -CN. Also called (not in technical usage): cyanide
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ni•trile
(ˈnaɪ trɪl, -tril, -traɪl)n.
any of a class of organic compounds with the general formula RC≡N.
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| Noun | 1. | nitrile - any of a class of organic compounds containing the cyano radical -CN organic compound - any compound of carbon and another element or a radical acrylonitrile, propenonitrile, vinyl cyanide - a colorless liquid unsaturated nitrile made from propene |
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