propane

noun

pro·pane | \ ˈprō-ˌpān

Definition of propane

: a heavy flammable gaseous alkane C₃H₈ found in crude petroleum and natural gas and used especially as fuel and in chemical synthesis

Examples of propane in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Clear vegetation from under large stationary propane tanks. — Jordan Miller, The Salt Lake Tribune, 12 June 2021 Firefighters heard several explosions on the property that were likely caused by propane tanks, Hill said. — Nora Mishanec, San Francisco Chronicle, 19 May 2021 With more tents, comes more heaters and propane tanks used for cooking, FOX 11 of Los Angeles reported. — David Aaro, Fox News, 13 May 2021 The roomy tents measure 120 square feet and are furnished with beds, dresser, lighting, an ice chest and a propane heater. — Roger Naylor, The Arizona Republic, 12 May 2021 The source of the fire was found to be a flame from a propane heater, which was properly operating. — Star Tribune, 27 Mar. 2021 Ferrellgas, a national propane gas provider, and its tank exchange brand made a presentation to the Bloomfield Economic Development Committee recently to outline its proposal. — Steven Goode, courant.com, 17 Mar. 2021 Investigators determined the fire was caused by improper use of a propane heater, Chatman said. — oregonlive, 16 Mar. 2021 No one realized that propane gas was leaking from a rusty tank in the concession area, slowly filling the unventilated room. — Matthew Glenesk, The Indianapolis Star, 14 Mar. 2021

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