English word nitromethane comes from English methane, English nitro- (Containing the nitro functional group. Nitrate, nitrogen.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| methane | English (eng) | (organic chemistry, countable) Any of very many derivatives of methane.. (organic compound, uncountable) The simplest aliphatic hydrocarbon, CH4, being a constituent of natural gas. |
| nitro- | English (eng) | Containing the nitro functional group. Nitrate, nitrogen. |
| nitromethane | English (eng) | (chemistry) the simplest nitroparaffin, CH3NO2. A colourless oily liquid used in organic synthesis, and as a fuel for rockets, racing cars and model aircraft. |