Kerosene (Noun)
Meaning
A flammable hydrocarbon oil used as fuel in lamps and heaters.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The old lantern still used kerosene as its fuel source, providing a warm glow on chilly nights.
- Kerosene heaters were the only way to warm the drafty old house during the harsh winter months.
- The smell of kerosene filled the air as the mechanic worked on the old tractor's engine.
- The family relied on kerosene lamps for lighting after the power went out during the storm.
- The portable kerosene stove was a lifesaver on the camping trip, allowing them to cook hot meals in the wilderness.