naphtha

/ˈnæfθə/

Definitions

1. noun

a volatile flammable liquid hydrocarbon mixture derived from coal or petroleum, used as a solvent and in the production of gasoline, plastics, and other chemicals

“The refinery processed the crude oil to extract naphtha, which was then refined further into gasoline.”

Synonyms

  • benzine
  • petroleum spirit

Antonyms

  • air
  • water