gaz
Pronunciation: /ˈɡas/
“gaz” is a Polish word. Its 8 meanings in English:
noun
- gas (matter in an intermediate state between liquid and plasma that can be contained only if it is fully surrounded by a solid; chemical element or compound in such a state)
- gas (flammable gaseous hydrocarbon or hydrocarbon mixture used as a fuel)
- gas (flame produced by such a fuel)
- gas installation (something allowing the transfer and subsequent use of such a fuel)
- gas (amount of gasoline sent to the engine as controlled by the driver by means of the gas pedal)
- gas (gas pedal)
- gas (state of having gas in digestive system)
- paraffin, kerosene
Etymology
Borrowed from French gaz. First attested in the end of the 19th century. Compare Silesian gaz.
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