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[しょう()·やく()]
shouyaku
noun

English Meaning(s) for 硝薬

noun
  1. gunpowder

Definition and Synonyms for 硝薬

Powder a mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur in a 75:15:10 ratio which is used in gunnery, time fuses, and fireworks
Synonyms: パウダー, 弾薬, 火薬, 煙硝, 爆薬, 硝薬, 装薬, 黒色火薬

Meanings for each kanji in 硝薬

» nitrate; saltpeter
» medicine; chemical; enamel; gunpowder; benefit

Categories 硝薬 is a member of

Explosive a chemical substance that undergoes a rapid chemical change (with the production of gas) on being heated or struck
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