hydrazine

/ˈhaɪdrəziːn/

Definitions

1. noun

a colourless syrupy poisonous liquid used as a rocket fuel and as a reducing agent.

“The spacecraft ran on a combination of kerosene and hydrazine.”

2. chemistry

a compound of nitrogen and hydrogen, NH2NH2, used in the manufacture of rubber and in rocket propulsion.

“Hydrazine is a key component in the production of certain types of polymers.”

3. noun

a poisonous colourless syrupy liquid used as an antiseptic and a reducing agent.

“Hydrazine is used to treat certain fungal infections.”

Synonyms

  • nitrogen compound
  • rocket fuel

Antonyms

  • oxidizing agent