gas

/ɡˈæs/

/ˈɡæs/

[noun] [verb]

Gas

[NOUN]

the state of a substance that is neither solid nor liquid

synonyms : gaseous state

a flammable gas used mainly as a fuel

synonyms : natural gas

a liquid used by cars, trucks, etc. as a fuel

synonyms : gasolene

gasoline

petrol

a pedal that controls the throttle valve

synonyms : accelerator

a fluid in the gaseous state having neither independent shape nor volume and being able to expand indefinitely

a state of excessive gas in the alimentary canal

synonyms : flatulence

flatulency

to gas

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

attack with gas; subject to gas fumes

show off

synonyms : blow

Examples

1. Gas is often cheaper than electricity for heating homes.

2. Our kitchen stove uses natural gas for cooking.

3. The natural resources of the country include coal, gas, and oil.

4. Our apartment has electric heating, not gas.

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