nitrofuran

noun

ni·tro·fu·ran ˌnī-trō-ˈfyu̇r-ˌan

-fyu̇-ˈran

: any of several nitro derivatives of furan used as bacteria-inhibiting agents

First Known Use

1930, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of nitrofuran was in 1930

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“Nitrofuran.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nitrofuran. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.

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nitrofuran

noun

ni·tro·fu·ran ˌnī-trō-ˈfyu̇(ə)r-ˌan, -fyu̇-ˈran

: any of several derivatives of furan that contain a nitro group and are used as bacteria-inhibiting agents

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