Amyl Nitrite Definition
noun
A volatile liquid, C5H11NO2, that is inhaled to dilate blood vessels, esp. in angina pectoris.
Webster's New World
A volatile yellow liquid, C5 H11 NO2 , formerly used in medicine as a vasodilator, but now replaced by other nitrates, such as nitroglycerin. It is used illicitly to induce euphoria and enhance sexual stimulation.
American Heritage Medicine
(organic chemistry) The ester of amyl alcohol and nitrous acid.
Wiktionary
(informal) Isoamyl nitrite.
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