Antiknock (Noun)
Meaning
Any of various compounds that are added to gasoline to reduce engine knocking.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The mechanic recommended using a high-octane fuel with an antiknock additive to improve the car's performance.
- The new gasoline formula included a special antiknock agent to reduce engine pinging.
- The company developed a proprietary antiknock compound that was more effective than traditional additives.
- The car's engine was designed to run on regular gasoline with an antiknock additive to prevent knocking.
- The antiknock properties of the fuel helped to extend the life of the engine and improve its overall efficiency.