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nitrous

/ˈnaɪtrəs/ adjective · British & US
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What does nitrous mean?

adjective

Relating to or containing nitrogen; used to describe a gas or substance that contains nitrogen.

Example

"The nitrous oxide used in the medical procedure was carefully monitored to ensure patient safety."

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