petrolize
transitive verb
pet·ro·lize
| \ ˈpe‧trəˌlīz \
-ed/-ing/-s
Definition of petrolize
1
: to ignite by means of petroleum
2
: to treat or impregnate with petroleum or a petroleum product
3
: to cover the surface of (as water) with petroleum for mosquito control
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