Propane

Pronunciation: /ˈproʊˌpeɪn/

Propane (noun)

  1. A gas fuel stored in tanks, used for cooking and heating, and for some engines.
  2. A hydrocarbon that can be kept as a liquid under pressure, then becomes gas when released.

Examples

  • Propane is a fuel gas used for heating and cooking.
  • Many homes use propane as a fuel gas during winter.