azofier

/ˌæzoʊˈfɪər/ (AZ-oh-FEE-er)

Definitions

1. noun

A rare or obsolete term for a chemical compound containing nitrogen and oxygen.

“The old chemistry textbook mentioned azofier as a precursor to modern nitrate-based fertilizers.”

Synonyms

  • nitro compound
  • oxynitrogen

Antonyms

  • alkaline substance