gas
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NOUNDefinition of gas
A gas is a substance, such as air, that is not liquid or solid.
Example: The sun is a giant ball of gas.
Gas is a substance such as methane, ethane, propane, or butane that is burned for heat or to make electricity.
Example: Our house has gas-fired central heating.
In North America, gas is short for gasoline, a liquid that is used by cars.
Example: A small car like mine holds about 40 litres of gas.
In North America, the gas is the gas pedal (accelerator) in a car or truck.
Example: We're in a hurry, so hit the gas.
In North America, if you have gas, you have the need to fart or burp a lot.
gas
EXAMPLESExamples of gas
The sun is a giant ball of gas.
Example sentenceThe carbon dioxide gas in Coke and other soft drinks gives them their bubbles.
Example sentenceOur house has gas-fired central heating.
Example sentenceIn the winter, we pay more for gas and electricity.
Example sentenceA small car like mine holds about 40 litres of gas.
Example sentencegas
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