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bu′tyl ni′trite, [Chem.]
  1. Chemistrya volatile liquid, C4H9NO2, the vapor of which can cause headache and vasodilation, used as an active ingredient in some household deodorizers, and misused by inhalation to prolong the sensation of orgasm. Also called isobutyl nitrite. 
  • 1975–80

'butyl nitrite' also found in these entries (note: many are not synonyms or translations):
inhalant - isobutyl nitrite - popper

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