propane

noun

pro·​pane ˈprō-ˌpān 

: a heavy flammable gaseous alkane C₃H₈ found in crude petroleum and natural gas and used especially as fuel and in chemical synthesis

Examples of propane in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

She was injured in 2008 while covering the Sayre fire, when a propane tank exploded and sent a sliver of metal into her eye. —Michael Schneider, Variety, 10 Jan. 2025

Flames engulfed hillside homes with propane tanks outside and gun ammunition inside. —Jack Flemming, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2025

Here's another round fire pit style that comes with two different fuel type compatibilities (propane or natural gas), depending on your preferences. —Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 19 Dec. 2024

Clean burning propane flame provides soothing warmth with electronic ignition and a safety valve for easy start. —Nora Colomer, Fox News, 4 Dec. 2024

Word History

Etymology

International Scientific Vocabulary prop- + -ane

First Known Use

1867, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

propane

noun

pro·​pane ˈprō-ˌpān 

: a heavy flammable gas found in crude petroleum and natural gas and used especially as fuel and in the chemical industry

Medical Definition

propane

noun

pro·​pane ˈprō-ˌpān 

: a heavy flammable gaseous alkane C₃H₈ found in crude petroleum and natural gas and used especially as fuel and in chemical synthesis