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gas
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- pronunciation:
- gaes
- features:
- Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| inflections: |
gases, gasses |
| definition 1: |
A gas is something that is not liquid or solid but still takes up space. Did you know that air is actually made up of gases? You can't see air inside a balloon, but the air inside takes up space and makes the balloon stretch out. Like the gases in air, most gases can't be seen.
The balloons that stay up in the air are filled with a special kind of gas called "helium."
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| definition 2: |
Gas is a fuel that is burned for heat, light, or cooking.
The stove at our house uses gas. |
| definition 3: |
Gas is a short word for gasoline. Gasoline is a liquid that people often use to make their cars go. A car's engine uses the gas to make energy. Gas is also used for trucks, boats, and other vehicles.
My mom always makes sure we have enough gas before we start on a trip. |
| related words: |
air, fluid |
| derivation: |
gasless (adj.) |
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