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propane

Pronunciation: /ˈprəʊpeɪn/
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Definition of propane

noun

[mass noun] Chemistry
  • a flammable hydrocarbon gas of the alkane series, present in natural gas and used as bottled fuel.
    • Chemical formula: C3H8

Origin:

mid 19th century: from propionic acid + -ane2

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