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Meaning of kerosene
a refined product used as a fuel
Etymology of kerosene
The word 'kerosene' comes from the Greek word 'keros', meaning wax, and the suffix '-ene', which is a characteristic suffix of hydrocarbons.
It was first coined by Canadian geologist Abraham Gesner in 1846, who discovered that by distilling coal, he could produce a flammable liquid that could be used as an illuminant.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A hydrocarbon oil used as a fuel or solvent, obtained by distilling and refining petroleum or coal.
- * A type of oil used for lighting, heating, or as a fuel for engines.
Usage Examples
- The old lantern still uses kerosene as a fuel.
- * Kerosene heaters are commonly used in areas where natural gas is not available.
- * The plane's engines ran on a combination of kerosene and jet fuel.