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propane
nounmasculinetechnicaluncommon/pɾuˈpɐnu/pro·pa·no
Definition
1A gaseous hydrocarbon (C₃H₈) of the alkane family, used as a fuel, notably in gas cylinders.
Usage examples
“We use a propane stove for camping.”
“Propane is a major component of LPG (liquefied petroleum gas).”
Synonyms
Common combinations
propane tankpropane gaspropane cylinderpropane burner