propane
nounmasculinetécnico/pɾuˈpɐnu/low
pro·pa·no
Definition
A gaseous hydrocarbon (C₃H₈) of the alkane family, used as a fuel, notably in gas cylinders.
We use a propane stove for camping.
Propane is a major component of LPG (liquefied petroleum gas).
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Common collocations
propane tankpropane gaspropane cylinderpropane burner
Etymology
Do inglês 'propane', por sua vez do alemão 'Propansäure'.