nitrostarch en · NOUN
Etymology
Etymology tree Egyptian nṯr Proto-Afroasiatic *-i? Egyptian -j Egyptian nṯrjder. Semiticbor. Ancient Greek νῐ́τρον (nĭ́tron) English nitro- English starch English nitrostarch From nitro- + starch.
Meanings
- (uncountable, usually) An explosive powder prepared by the nitration of starch; used for demolition.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| nitrostarches | Number=Plur | lexicographic |