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Kerosene

noun

/ˈker.ə.siːn/

Meaning

a combustible hydrocarbon liquid widely used as a fuel in lamps and heating systems

The old lamp burned kerosene to provide light during power outages.

paraffin oil, lamp oil, heating oil

electric power, solar energy, gas

kerosene lamp, kerosene heater, kerosene stove

a small line or fold in something, especially fabric or skin; a crease

Persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success.

A conclusion or resolution reached after consideration; the action or process of deciding something.

Rapid increase in the number or amount of something.

an evil spirit or demon; a wicked or cruel person; someone obsessed with a particular thing

a difference or contrast between similar things; excellence that sets someone apart; honor or recogn...