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Erdöl — meaning in English

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English meaning

oil noun A thick, greasy liquid, either from plants, animals, or petroleum, used for cooking, fuel, or lubrication.

Senses

Erdöl is used for these senses in English:

crude oil Unrefined oil; as it is found underground, consisting mainly of hydrocarbons.
oil Petroleum-based liquid used as fuel or lubricant.

oil — full definition

noun A thick, greasy liquid, either from plants, animals, or petroleum, used for cooking, fuel, or lubrication.
verb To apply oil to something, especially to lubricate it.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related German words

Rohöl Öl Petroleum Pflanzenöl ölen einölen