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propane

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Noun — A flammable gas, C3H8, used as fuel for heating, cooking, and vehicles.

How to use propane

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propane tank propane gas grill

Etymology

Formed from propionic acid plus the chemical suffix -ane; propionic in turn comes from Greek prō- plus píōn ("fat").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “propane” mean?

The word “propane” means a flammable gas, C3H8, used as fuel for heating, cooking, and vehicles. In plain terms, a common fuel gas, often stored in tanks for grills, heaters, and stoves.

How do you pronounce “propane”?

“Propane” is pronounced PROH-payn (/ˈpɹoʊpeɪn/ in IPA).

How do you use “propane” in a sentence?

Here is “propane” used in a sentence: “They filled the propane tank before the camping trip.”

What is another word for “propane”?

Words with a similar meaning to “propane” include E944 when used as a propellant.

What part of speech is “propane”?

“Propane” is a noun.

Where does the word “propane” come from?

The word “propane” comes from Greek. Formed from propionic acid plus the chemical suffix -ane; propionic in turn comes from Greek prō- plus píōn ("fat").

Is “propane” a common word?

“Propane” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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