Meaning ofcyanidein English

Noun

1. a chemical compound with -C≡N or CN; toxic
   The laboratory handled the cyanide compound with caution due to its toxicity.
2. compound with CN− anion; used in chemistry
   The chemist mixed the cyanide solution with other substances to create a new reaction.
3. sodium or potassium salt; used in extraction
   The mining company used cyanide salts to extract gold from the ore.
4. hydrogen cyanide; a poisonous gas
   The emergency responders wore protective gear to avoid exposure to hydrogen cyanide gas.