ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Propane

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈpɹoʊpeɪn/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Propane is a noun meaning (organic chemistry) An aliphatic hydrocarbon, C₃H₈, a constituent of natural gas.

Meaning

(organic chemistry) An aliphatic hydrocarbon, C₃H₈, a constituent of natural gas.

More Meanings

  1. (US, synecdochic) LPG.

Example Sentences

Propane gas is used for cooking and cylinder containers are placed to one side of the underframe, with battery boxes and electrical control boxes at the other side.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include ethane, propylene, butane, tris, liquified, cyclopropane.

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