nitrite
Americannoun
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A salt or ester of nitrous acid, containing the group NO 2. Nitrites are an important component of the nitrogen cycle and are used as food preservatives.
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Compare nitrate
Etymology
Origin of nitrite
Example Sentences
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Alongside efforts to restrict access and harmful information, the researchers suggest that emergency services could take additional steps to reduce the consequences of sodium nitrite poisoning.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 15, 2026
These included potassium sorbate, potassium metabisulfite, sodium nitrite, potassium nitrate, and acetic acid.
From Science Daily ● Jan. 27, 2026
Sodium nitrite was associated with a 32% higher risk of prostate cancer.
From Science Daily ● Jan. 27, 2026
Under a positive voltage, they found that nitrate ions "passivate" the catalyst by attaching to its surface, which prevents copper oxide from converting to metallic copper and instead results in the formation of nitrite ions.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 22, 2025
With the nitrite of amyl, Dr. Richardson has suspended the life of a frog for nine days, yet the creature was then restored to full and vigorous life.
From The Contemporary Review, Volume 36, November 1879 by Various
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