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Meaning of petroleum
The primary meaning of the word "petroleum" refers to a naturally occurring liquid fossil fuel.
Etymology of petroleum
The word "petroleum" has its roots in the Latin words "petra" meaning rock or stone, and "oleum" meaning oil, and was first used in the 16th century to describe a substance that seeps from rocks.
Historically, the term "petroleum" was used to describe a variety of substances, including mineral oils and bitumens, before its modern definition as a specific type of fossil fuel.
Synonyms
oil
fuel
crude
gasoline
diesel
kerosene
paraffin
petrol
mineral oil
lubricant
grease
tar
asphalt
bitumen
naphtha
benzine
distillate
hydrocarbon
fossil fuel
energy source
natural resource
mineral deposit
crude oil
refined oil
petroleum product
chemical feedstock
industrial oil
motor oil
machine oil
lubricating oil
heating oil
burning oil
lighting oil
Definitions
- A naturally occurring, yellowish to blackish, flammable, viscous liquid consisting of a complex mixture of hydrocarbons, used as a fuel and as a raw material for the production of other materials.
- * A substance that is a major source of energy and is used in a wide range of industrial and commercial applications.
Usage Examples
- The company is involved in the extraction, refining, and distribution of petroleum products.
- * The country's economy is heavily reliant on the export of petroleum.
- * The car runs on petroleum, which is becoming increasingly expensive.
Antonyms
renewable energy
solar power
wind power
hydro power
geothermal energy
biomass
biofuel
ethanol
biodiesel
hydrogen fuel
electric power
nuclear energy
coal
natural gas
alternative energy
sustainable energy
green energy
clean energy
eco-friendly energy