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noun • The univalent NO2 functional group. • Nitroglycerin, especially as medication. • A beer that is nitrogenated to give it a more creamy head. • Nitromethane. • Nitrogen, especially as liquid nitrogen. adjective • Containing the nitro group; such compounds tend to be unstable and often explosive | ||||||||
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adjective satellite • (of seeds or insects) having winglike extensions | ||||||||
| 26% | 12 | A compound that must be stored at low temperatures to control its explosive nature | ||||||
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Explosive Start I Must Be Delayed Crossword Clue
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NITRO which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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NITRO
Updated: October 14, 2023
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