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Gas Definition & Meaning

gas
noun
  1. the state of matter distinguished from the solid and liquid states by: relatively low density and viscosity; relatively great expansion and contraction with changes in pressure and temperature; the ability to diffuse readily; and the spontaneous tendency to become distributed uniformly throughout any container
  2. a fluid in the gaseous state having neither independent shape nor volume and being able to expand indefinitely
  3. a volatile flammable mixture of hydrocarbons (hexane and heptane and octane etc.) derived from petroleum; used mainly as a fuel in internal-combustion engines
  4. a state of excessive gas in the alimentary canal
  5. a pedal that controls the throttle valve; "he stepped on the gas"
  6. a fossil fuel in the gaseous state; used for cooking and heating homes
verb
  1. attack with gas; subject to gas fumes; "The despot gassed the rebellious tribes"
  2. show off

"Gas" in song lyrics

See how gas is used in real songs:

  • "Where bags of green cost the same as gas"
    The 49ers f/ DOE — Can You Feel That
  • "Rod took the money, went to pay for the gas"
    4 Deep — What I Do?
  • "Let up the trunk drop the bumper, and hit the gas"
    50/50 Twin f/ Lil' Keke — Cash Stackas

Usage tips for "gas"

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Frequently asked questions

What does gas mean?
the state of matter distinguished from the solid and liquid states by: relatively low density and viscosity; relatively great expansion and contraction with changes in pressure and temperature; the ability to diffuse readily
What part of speech is gas?
Gas is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does gas have?
Gas has 8 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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