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Term: Butyl Nitrite

Description:

Butyl nitrite is an organic compound that belongs to the alkyl nitrites family. It is a clear, yellowish liquid with a distinctive fruity odor. It is primarily used as a recreational drug and as an industrial solvent. Butyl nitrite is commonly found in products marketed as "room odorizers" or "liquid incense." It has known vasodilating effects and is used to enhance sexual experiences.

Senses:

Sense 1 - Noun:

Definition:

A volatile chemical compound represented by the formula C₄H₉NO₂, used as a recreational drug and industrial solvent.

Example Sentence:

Butyl nitrite is often used to enhance sexual experiences due to its vasodilating effects.

Sense 2 - Noun:

Definition:

An amyl nitrite compound that is similar in effect but is used mainly as a vasodilator and to treat cyanide poisoning.

Example Sentence:

The doctor administered butyl nitrite to the patient suffering from cyanide poisoning.

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