nitrum

Meanings

• noun

  A mineral composed of nitrate and potassium or sodium, used as a fertilizer.

---

Variants

List of all variants of nitrum that leads to same result
no-trump , no-trumps

---

Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From Latin nitrum, nitratum, nitrate, from nitere, to shine, from nitrum, nitratum, nitre, nitreous.

---

Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. Nitrum was used as a component of the first explosives in China around 850 AD.

2. Nitrum was also known as 'saltpeter' due to its white, crystalline appearance and its taste resembling salt.

---

Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. potassium nitrate: A type of nitrate used as a fertilizer and preservative, similar to nitrum.

2. sodium nitrate: Another type of nitrate used as a fertilizer and preservative, similar to nitrum.

---

Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

In ancient times, nitrum was known as 'saltpeter' and was used as a preservative for meats and fish. It was also used in the production of gunpowder.

How to Memorize "nitrum"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a pile of shiny, crystalline salt used as a fertilizer.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the preservation of meats and the production of gunpowder.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Nitrum, Nitrate, Nourish, and Preserve' to remember the meaning.

---

Memorize "nitrum" using Dictozo

The best and recommended way to memorize nitrum is, by using Dictozo. Just save the word in Dictozo extension and let the app handle the rest. It enhances the memorization process in two ways:

1. Highlighting:

   Whenever users encounters the saved word on a webpage, Dictozo highlights it, drawing the user's attention and reinforcing memorization.
2. Periodic Reminders:

   Dictozo will send you periodic reminders to remind you the saved word, it will ask you quiz. These reminders could be in the form of notifications or emails, prompting users to recall and reinforce their knowledge.