hyponitric

/haɪˈpoʊnaɪˈtrɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

containing or capable of producing hydrogen cyanide

“The hyponitric acid produced in the reaction was highly toxic.”

2. noun

a compound containing hydrogen cyanide

“The chemist studied the properties of hyponitric acids in the lab.”

Synonyms

  • cyanide
  • toxic

Antonyms

  • harmless
  • nontoxic