Meaning Of The Word Amyl nitrite

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amyl nitrite in American English
a volatile liquid, C5H11NO2, that is inhaled to dilate blood vessels, esp. in angina pectoris
noun: a yellowish, fragrant, flammable liquid, C5H11NO2, used in medicine chiefly as a vasodilator, esp. in the treatment of angina pectoris: misused by inhalation as a stimulant, esp. of sexual sensation

amyl nitrite in British English
noun: a yellowish unstable volatile fragrant liquid used in medicine as a vasodilator and in perfumes. Formula: (CH3)2CHCH2CH2NO2

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