What is another word for cyanogen?

Pronunciation: [sˈa͡ɪɐnəd͡ʒən] (IPA)

Cyanogen is a chemical compound that is used in a variety of industrial applications, including the production of plastics, textiles, and electronic components. Synonyms for cyanogen include dicyan, ethanedinitrile, and nitrogen cyanide. Dicyan is a colorless liquid that is used as a solvent in the production of adhesives, while ethanedinitrile is a solid that is commonly used as a fumigant in the food industry to protect grains from pests. Nitrogen cyanide, on the other hand, is a highly toxic gas that can be fatal if inhaled in large amounts. Regardless of the synonym used, cyanogen and its derivatives should be handled with care and in accordance with established safety guidelines.

Synonyms for Cyanogen:

What are the hypernyms for Cyanogen?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Cyanogen?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for cyanogen (as nouns)

    • substance
      gas.

Usage examples for Cyanogen

We can irretrievably damage the consciousness by drawing a whiff of cyanogen gas into the lungs, or by sticking a pin into the brain, or by clogging one of its tiny blood vessels with waste matter.
"The Book of Life: Vol. I Mind and Body; Vol. II Love and Society"
Upton Sinclair
And tanks of cyanogen were so arranged that the poison gas could be sent gushing into the cage at any time.
"Stamped Caution"
Raymond Zinke Gallun
The powdered ferrocyanide is then added, together with the colophonium, and the heating is continued until a slight smell of cyanogen is noticed.
"Modern Machine-Shop Practice, Volumes I and II"
Joshua Rose

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