diesel
nounmasculine/ɡɐˈzɔ.lju/high
ga·só·leo
Definition
A liquid fuel derived from petroleum, used in diesel engines and for heating.
The price of diesel has risen this week.
The boiler heats the house with diesel.
Common collocations
diesel fueldiesel enginediesel pumpdiesel tank
Etymology
Do francês 'gasoil', por sua vez do inglês 'gas oil'.