prussiate
/ˈprʌsiˌeɪt/
noun
- A chemical compound containing cyanide, especially a salt of prussic acid (hydrogen cyanide).
- The lab technician handled the prussiate carefully because it is highly toxic.
- The old bottle of prussiate was labeled with a skull and crossbones to warn of its danger.
- Prussiates are used in some industrial processes, such as metal treatment and dye manufacturing.
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