# nitric

/ˈnaɪtɹɪk/ (US) · /nˈaɪtɹɪk/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/nitric
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

relating to nitric acid, which is a strong chemical used to make fertilizers and explosives.

For teachers: relating to or containing nitric acid, a strong mineral acid used in the production of fertilizers, explosives, and dyes.

## Examples

- The factory produces nitric acid for local farms.
- The chemical reaction between copper and nitric acid produces a blue solution and a brown gas.
- The industrial synthesis of nitric acid remains a cornerstone of modern chemistry, providing the essential raw material for both high-yield agriculture and the manufacturing of various synthetic compounds.

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