Dinitro is defined as with two nitrogen groups per molecule. An example of dinitro is dinitrobenzene, which is an isomeric compound formed by the reaction of nitric acid and benzene. ... (organic chemistry) Two nitro groups in a chemical compound.

What does dinitro mean?

: containing two nitro groups —often used in combination.

What is dinitro used for?

The most commercially important dinitrocresol, 4,6-dinitro-o-cresol (DNOC), is a yellow solid with no smell. It is used primarily for insect control and crop protection. It may be sold under several trade names, including Antinonnin, Detal, and Dinitrol.