Meaning of butane in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈbjuˌteɪn/

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1. Noun

   butane

   Etymology

   late 19th century: from butyl+ -ane

   Definitions

   1. occurs in natural gas

   Examples

   • « used in the manufacture of rubber and fuels »

Browse dictionary

• butadiene
• butacaine sulfate
• butacaine
• but
• butane
• butanoic acid
• butanol
• butanone
• butat