Nitrate Definition & Meaning
nitrate
- noun
- any compound containing the nitrate group (such as a salt or ester of nitric acid)
- verb
- treat with nitric acid, so as to change an organic compound into a nitrate; "nitroglycerin is obtained by nitrating glycerol"
"Nitrate" in song lyrics
See how nitrate is used in real songs:
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"Digging in the crates full of sodium nitrate"
P.O.S. — Get Smokes -
"Sniffin' on that, blow, sippin' on that nitrate"
RZA f/ Doc Doom, Erica Bryant — Hoodrats * -
"aconitine nitrate"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with nitrate
Usage tips for "nitrate"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "nitrate" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for nitrate to find words that pair well.