trinitrin

/trɪˈnɪtrɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

a trade name for trinitrobenzene, an explosive

“The researcher studied the chemical properties of trinitrin in the lab.”

2. noun

a type of nitroglycerin used in medicine as a vasodilator

“The doctor prescribed trinitrin to the patient to alleviate chest pain.”

Synonyms

  • nitroglycerin
  • vasodilator

Antonyms

  • vasoconstrictor