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Nitrogen

Verb / ˈnaɪtrʌdʒʌn / Another word for nitrogen — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Nitrogen is a chemical element with the symbol N and atomic number 7. It is a colorless, odorless, tasteless, and mostly inert diatomic gas.

Synonyms & similar words

atomicnumber n N azote nitrogen-14 nitrogen-15 nitroglycerine nitroglycerin nitrospan nitrostat N2 NOx nitrate nitrite ammonia ammonium urea

Common collocations

  • nitrogen fixation
  • liquid nitrogen
  • nitrogen cycle
  • atmospheric nitrogen
  • nitrogen gas
  • nitrogen compounds
  • nitrogen fertilizer

Word family

noun nitrogen
adjective nitrogenous

Usage note

Nitrogen is a chemical element and is rarely used metaphorically. Its primary use is in scientific and technical contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The air we breathe is mostly made up of nitrogen.
  2. Nitrogen is used to make fertilizer to help plants grow.
  3. Liquid nitrogen is very cold and can be used to freeze things.
  4. Nitrogen is an important element in the protein that makes up our muscles.
  5. The tires on your bike are filled with nitrogen to keep them inflated longer.

Quotes

  • Nitrogen is an element found abundantly in nature and essential to life. - John Dalton
  • I have used liquid nitrogen. It is a lot of fun. - Bill Nye
  • Nitrogen is the most commonly used element in the food industry. - Harold McGee

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