ALL meanings of amyl nitrite
am·yl ni·trite
A a - noun amyl nitrite a yellowish unstable volatile fragrant liquid used in medicine as a vasodilator and in perfumes. Formula: (CH3)2CHCH2CH2NO2 3
- noun amyl nitrite a volatile liquid, C5H11NO2, that is inhaled to dilate blood vessels, esp. in angina pectoris 3
- noun amyl nitrite a yellowish, fragrant, flammable liquid, C 5 H 11 NO 2 , used in medicine chiefly as a vasodilator, especially in the treatment of angina pectoris: misused by inhalation as a stimulant, especially of sexual sensation. 1
- noun amyl nitrite (organic chemistry) The ester of amyl alcohol and nitrous acid. 0
- noun amyl nitrite (Informal) isoamyl nitrite. 0