English word nitrocellulose comes from English cellulose, English nitro- (Containing the nitro functional group. Nitrate, nitrogen.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| cellulose | English (eng) | (organic compound) A polysaccharide containing many glucose units in parallel chains.. A complex carbohydrate that forms the main constituent of the cell wall in most plants and is important in the manufacture of numerous products, such as paper, textiles, pharmaceuticals, and explosives. Consisting of, or containing, cells. |
| nitro- | English (eng) | Containing the nitro functional group. Nitrate, nitrogen. |
| nitrocellulose | English (eng) | (organic compound) A cotton-like material, made from cellulose by the action of nitric and sulphuric acids, used in the manufacture of explosives, collodion etc. |