compressed gas

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Word: Compressed Gas

Definition: Compressed gas is a type of gas that is stored in a container at a high pressure. When the gas is compressed, it takes up less space. This kind of gas can be used for various purposes, such as powering tools, inflating tires, or as a propellant in spray cans.

Usage Instructions:

• Compressed gas is often used in industries, workshops, and homes.
• It is important to handle compressed gas carefully because it can be dangerous if not used properly.

Example:

• "The mechanic used compressed gas to inflate the tires quickly."

Advanced Usage:

• In scientific contexts, compressed gases are often studied for their physical properties, such as behavior under pressure and temperature changes.
• Compressed gas can also refer to gases used in refrigeration systems, where they help to cool down spaces.

Word Variants:

• Compress (verb): To press together; to reduce in size.
• Compression (noun): The process of reducing something's volume or size by applying pressure.

Different Meanings:

• Outside of the scientific context, "compressed" can also mean something that has been made smaller or more concise, such as a "compressed version" of a text or document.

Synonyms:

• Pressurized gas
• High-pressure gas
• Gas cylinder (when referring to the container)

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• There aren’t specific idioms or phrasal verbs that directly relate to "compressed gas," but you might hear "let off steam," which means to release pressure or stress, similar to how gas is released from a pressurized container.

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Noun

1. gas at a high pressure that can be used as a propellant