Naphtha (Noun)
Meaning
Any of various volatile flammable liquid hydrocarbon mixtures; used chiefly as solvents.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The naphtha fumes filled the air, posing a risk to workers at the factory.
- Companies used naphtha to dissolve grease and grime from machinery.
- Experts warned that releasing naphtha into rivers could contaminate water supplies.
- As a substitute for turpentine, the artist employed naphtha as a cheaper alternative.
- Historically, ancient civilizations harnessed naphtha to fuel lamps and power engines.