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petroleum

UK
/pəˈtrəʊliəm/
US
/pəˈtroʊliəm/

Translations

petroleumnoun
petroleums
pl
The country has vast reserves of petroleum, which it exports to various parts of the world.
Le pays dispose d'immenses réserves de pétrole, qu'il exporte dans diverses régions du monde.
Synonyms
oil
crude oil
gasoline
petrol
fuel
hydrocarbon
petroleumadjective
UK
/pəˈtrəʊliəm/
US
/pəˈtroʊliəm/
Used attributively to modify another noun, e.g., 'petroleum products'
pétrolierS'emploie surtout dans la langue technique et industrielle.
The company specializes in petroleum engineering services.
L'entreprise est spécialisée dans les services d'ingénierie pétrolière.
Synonyms
oil-based
petroleum-based
petrochemical
hydrocarbon-based
petroliferous

Definitions

petroleumnoun
A naturally occurring, flammable liquid found in geological formations beneath the Earth's surface, composed of hydrocarbons and other organic compounds.
The country has vast reserves of petroleum, which it exports to various parts of the world.
A raw material used in the production of fuels, such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel, as well as in the manufacture of chemicals and plastics.
Petroleum is a crucial component in the production of many everyday products, including plastics and synthetic materials.
petroleumadjective
Relating to, derived from, or consisting of petroleum.
The company specializes in petroleum engineering services.
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