Azide

5 lettersnoun

Updated June 2026

Definition

A chemical compound containing the azide ion (N3−), used in explosives and pharmaceuticals.

“Sodium azide is used in vehicle airbag inflators.”

Pronunciation

Syllables

az·ide

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Words Related to Azide

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abide amide aside awide azido azine

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adze aide daze deia eadi idea

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