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unleaded gasoline
/ʌnlˈɛdɪd ɡˈæsəlˌiːn/
/ʌnlˈɛdɪd ɡˈasəlˌiːn/
Unleaded gasoline
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a type of gasoline that does not contain lead additives, used in most modern vehicles
What is "unleaded gasoline"?
Unleaded gasoline is a type of fuel used in cars and other vehicles, which does not contain lead. Lead used to be added to gasoline to improve engine performance, but it was found to be harmful to health and the environment. Unleaded gasoline is now the standard fuel for most vehicles and is safer to use. It is commonly available at gas stations and is used in vehicles with engines designed to run on this type of fuel.
Examples
Unleaded gasoline is required for vehicles equipped with catalytic converters.
She filled up her car with unleaded gasoline at the corner gas station.
