Synonyms for
Propane
Definition
a flammable hydrocarbon gas used as fuel
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Informal
Common collocations
- propane tank
- propane grill
- propane heater
- propane stove
- propane burner
- propane cylinder
- propane gas
Word family
noun propane
Usage note
Propane is a specific chemical compound and a type of liquefied petroleum gas. It is commonly used as a fuel for heating, cooking, and vehicles.
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Example sentences
- We use propane gas to heat our home during the winter.
- The propane tank was empty, so we had to refill it.
- Propane is a popular fuel for camping stoves and lanterns.
- My dad uses propane to power his forklift at work.
- Propane is a safe and clean-burning fuel.
Quotes
I was born in a very small town, Kokomo, Missouri, and so I wanted to use that in my lyrics a lot, and I did. And that's where the line 'propane tanks and meth labs, they're all around' came from.
I was burning the candle at both ends and it finally caught up with me. I was drinking, I was smoking, I was doing everything. And I just kind of hit a wall with it. And it was a long time ago now, but I basically just put the drink down and didn't pick it up again until I was at the ripe old age of 32. I got into yoga and meditation. I started running. And I quit propane.
We use propane to grill almost every day during the summer, and it's the best way to cook food outdoors.