Kerosene ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Kerosene ( noun )

A clear, colorless liquid hydrocarbon, used as a fuel and solvent, obtained from petroleum and used especially in lamps and heaters.

Origin:

The word kerosene is derived from the greek word "keros" meaning wax, and was first used in the 1850s. it refers to a clear, colorless liquid hydrocarbon that is used as a fuel and solvent.

Examples:

1. The kerosene lamp provided a dim light in the cabin.
2. I used kerosene to start the campfire.
3. The kerosene heater was a lifesaver on the cold winter nights.
4. He used kerosene to clean the parts of the engine.
5. The old kerosene stove was replaced with a new gas one.

(As a verb)

Kerosene ( verb )

To fuel something with kerosene.

Origin:

The word kerosene is derived from the greek word "keros" meaning wax, and was first used in the 1850s. it refers to a clear, colorless liquid hydrocarbon that is used as a fuel and solvent.

Examples:

1. I kerosened the lamp to make it brighter.
2. He kerosened the heater to make it warmer.
3. We kerosened the stove to cook our dinner.
4. They kerosened the generator to power the lights.
5. She kerosened the lantern to light the way.