propane

[proh-peyn]

noun

Chemistry.

1. a colorless, flammable gas, C 3 H 8 , of the alkane series, occurring in petroleum and natural gas: used chiefly as a fuel and in organic synthesis.

propane

/ ˈprəʊpeɪn /

noun

1. a colourless flammable gaseous alkane found in petroleum and used as a fuel. Formula: CH 3 CH 2 CH 3

propane

1. A colorless, gaseous hydrocarbon found in petroleum and natural gas. It is widely used as a fuel. Propane is the third member of the alkane series. Chemical formula: C ₃ H ₈ .

Word History and Origins

Origin of propane¹

First recorded in 1866; prop(ionic) + -ane

Word History and Origins

Origin of propane¹

C19: from _{propionic acid} + _-ane

Example Sentences

In the kingdom that oil built, Hank sold and installed propane and propane accessories while Peggy lived like a midcentury American sitcom wife.

From Salon

The show, set in Texas, is about the life of propane salesman Hank Hill and his family and friends.

From BBC

"It was much safer than a propane camping stove inside the apartment."

From BBC

A staffer from lead contractor ECC asks for important property details: Are there septic tank lids or propane tanks that need to be avoided?

From Los Angeles Times

Keep barbecues with propane tanks in this zone.

From Los Angeles Times