high-octane
adjective
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Definition of high-octane
1 : having a high octane number and hence good antiknock properties high-octane gasoline
2 : very powerful, strong, or effective high-octane football high-octane coffee
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high-octane
adjective
English Language Learners Definition of high-octane
of engine fuel : of a good quality that allows an engine to run efficiently
: very powerful, strong, or effective
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