re·duc·tant (r -d k t nt)n. A reducing agent. [reduct(ion) + -ant.] |
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| Noun | 1. | reductant - a substance capable of bringing about the reduction of another substance as it itself is oxidized; used in photography to lessen the density of a negative or print by oxidizing some of the loose silver chemical agent - an agent that produces chemical reactions hydrazine - a colorless fuming corrosive liquid; a powerful reducing agent; used chiefly in rocket fuels |
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