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firedamp

/ˈfaɪəˌdæmp/

/ˈfaɪrˌdæmp/

Translations

firedampadjective

/ˈfaɪəˌdæmp/

/ˈfaɪrˌdæmp/

Used attributively to qualify nouns, e.g. "firedamp explosion"

Synonyms

firedampnoun

firedamps

рудничный газ

The miners were concerned about the presence of firedamp in the tunnels.

Шахтёры были обеспокоены наличием рудничного газа в туннелях.

Synonyms

marsh gas

mine gas

pit gas

coal-mine methane

firedampadjective

Relating to, containing, or caused by firedamp.

The mine suffered a devastating firedamp explosion.

firedampnoun

A flammable gas found in coal mines, primarily consisting of methane, which can form explosive mixtures with air.

The miners were cautious of the presence of firedamp, as it posed a significant risk of explosion.