diazo

[ dahy-az-oh, -ey-zoh ]

adjectiveChemistry.
  1. containing the diazo group.

Origin of diazo

1
First recorded in 1855–60; independent use of diazo-

Words Nearby diazo

Other definitions for diazo- (2 of 2)

diazo-

Chemistry.
  1. a combining form with the meaning “diazo group,” used in the formation of compound words: diazomethane.

Origin of diazo-

2
  • Also especially before a vowel, diaz-.

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British Dictionary definitions for diazo

diazo

/ (daɪˈeɪzəʊ) /


adjective
  1. of, consisting of, or containing the divalent group, =N:N, or the divalent group, -N:N-: diazo compound See also azo

  2. Also: dyeline of or relating to the reproduction of documents using the bleaching action of ultraviolet radiation on diazonium salts

nounplural -os or -oes
  1. a document produced by this method

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