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NITROGLYCERINE

14 letters · 5 syllables · noun

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Definition of NITROGLYCERINE

noun

The compound glyceryl-tri-nitrate or 1,2,3 tri-nitrooxy propane; the ester of glycerol with nitric acid; prepared by the careful addition of a mixture of nitric and sulphuric acids to glycerol with constant stirring and cooling; it is a thick, pale yellow liquid, that is highly explosive on concussion or on exposure to sudden heat; it is used in medicine as a vasodilator, and as an explosive in the form of dynamite which is safe to handle.

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Word Details

Letters
14
Syllables
5
Scrabble
20
points
WWF
24
points

Is NITROGLYCERINE a Scrabble Word?

Yes, NITROGLYCERINE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 20 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 20 pts Words With Friends — 24 pts

Tip: NITROGLYCERINE uses 14 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for NITROGLYCERINE

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter nitroglycerine Total
Scrabble 11111214311111 20
WWF 21111323411121 24

Words You Can Make With the Letters in NITROGLYCERINE

100 words from the letters in NITROGLYCERINE

How to Use NITROGLYCERINE in Word Games

NITROGLYCERINE is worth 20 points in Scrabble and 24 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About NITROGLYCERINE

What does NITROGLYCERINE mean?
NITROGLYCERINE is a noun. The compound glyceryl-tri-nitrate or 1,2,3 tri-nitrooxy propane; the ester of glycerol with nitric acid; prepared by the careful addition of a mixture of nitric and sulphuric acids to glycerol with constant stirring and cooling; it is a thick, pale yellow liquid, that is highly explosive on concussion or on exposure to sudden heat; it is used in medicine as a vasodilator, and as an explosive in the form of dynamite which is safe to handle.
Is NITROGLYCERINE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, NITROGLYCERINE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 20 points in Scrabble.
How many points is NITROGLYCERINE worth in Scrabble?
NITROGLYCERINE is worth 20 points in Scrabble and 24 points in Words With Friends. It is a 14-letter word with 5 syllables.
How many words can you make from NITROGLYCERINE?
You can make 100 words from the letters in NITROGLYCERINE. The longest sub-words are 13 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of NITROGLYCERINE?
Synonyms of NITROGLYCERINE include: GTN, glycerine trinitrate, glycerol trinitrate, glyceryl trinitrate. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.