Cyanogen
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /saɪˈæn.ə.d͡ʒɪn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cyanogen is a noun meaning (organic chemistry) The pseudohalogen (CN)₂; a colorless, poisonous gas used as a rocket propellant, an insecticide and in chemical warfare.
Meaning
(organic chemistry) The pseudohalogen (CN)₂; a colorless, poisonous gas used as a rocket propellant, an insecticide and in chemical warfare.
More Meanings
- (inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry) The radical -CN.
Word Forms
- cyanogens
Synonyms for cyanogen
Depending on context, synonyms include dicyanogen.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bromide, cyanido, cyanocarbon, cyanide, dicyanogen, thiocyanogen.
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