Derv (Noun)
Meaning
Diesel oil used in cars and lorries with diesel engines; from d(iesel) e(ngine) r(oad) v(ehicle).
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The garage stocked a variety of derv for different types of diesel engines.
- Derv is the most common type of fuel used in lorries and trucks.
- The car's manual specified the correct type of derv to use for optimal performance.
- The fuel station had a separate pump for derv to cater to the increasing number of diesel vehicles.
- The mechanic recommended using a high-quality derv to improve the car's fuel efficiency.