Synonyms for Gas

Definition of 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

16 synonyms found

Writing tips for "gas"

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"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

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