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petrol
/ˈpɛtɹoʊl/
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What does petrol mean?
noun
- A fluid consisting of a mixture of refined petroleum hydrocarbons, primarily consisting of octane, commonly used as a motor fuel.
- (informal) A motor vehicle powered by petrol (as opposed to diesel).
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verb
- (dated) To fill or supply (a vehicle, etc.) with petrol.
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IPA pronunciation
/ˈpɛtɹoʊl/
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The engine is mounted aft, driving a four-bladed pusher propeller, with the petrol tanks situated in front feeding the carburettors by gravity.
As soon as the petrol tanks were filled and the machine had been overhauled the pilot got on his way for Dublin.
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The petrol blazed fiercely under the five-gallon drum we used as a cooker, and the hot milk was ready in quick time.
Bleriot himself was badly burned, since the petrol tank burst and, in the end, only the metal parts of the machine were left.
If that will not remedy matters, then try petrol, but use it sparingly, as otherwise it will take off an unnecessary amount of dope.