air gas

noun

A kind of gas made by forcing air through a volatile hydrocarbon, such as the lighter petroleums. The air is so saturated with combustible vapour as to be a convenient illuminating and heating agent.

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Meanings

nounair gas (uncountable)
  1. uncountableA kind of gas made by forcing air through a volatile hydrocarbon, such as the lighter petroleums. The air is so saturated with combustible vapour as to be a convenient illuminating and heating agent.

Synonyms & antonyms

nouna gas made of carbon monoxide and hydrogen and nitrogen; made by passing air over hot coke

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producer gas
Broader
gas
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producer gas

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Chicago

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