algovite

/ˌælɡəˈvaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of oil obtained from the alga Botryococcus braunii, or an algal oil with properties similar to petroleum.

“The researcher studied the properties of algovite as a potential alternative energy source.”

Synonyms

  • algal oil
  • petroleum substitute

Antonyms

  • non-renewable energy source