Definition

1. Noun:
   • Fuel efficiency measurement: "Gas mileage" refers to the distance a vehicle can travel per unit of fuel consumed, specifically the number of miles a vehicle travels using one gallon of gasoline. It is a measure of a vehicle's fuel efficiency.

Usage

• "Gas mileage" is used to describe and compare the fuel efficiency of automobiles. A higher gas mileage figure indicates a more fuel-efficient vehicle.
• It is typically expressed in miles per gallon (mpg).
• This term is primarily used in American English.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The new hybrid car gets excellent gas mileage. (The new hybrid car is very fuel-efficient.)
  • We chose this model because of its high gas mileage. (We selected this model due to its good fuel efficiency.)
  • Poor gas mileage was a major drawback of the older truck. (The older truck's low fuel efficiency was a significant disadvantage.)

Advanced Usage

• "to get good/bad gas mileage": a common phrase to state a vehicle's fuel efficiency level.
  • Compact cars usually get better gas mileage than large SUVs.
• "gas mileage ratings": refers to the official fuel efficiency figures published by manufacturers or agencies.
  • Always check the official gas mileage ratings before buying a car.

Variants and Related Words

• Fuel economy (n): a more formal or technical synonym for "gas mileage," often used in official contexts.
  • The government has set new standards for fuel economy.
• Miles per gallon (mpg) (n): the standard unit of measurement for gas mileage.
  • The sedan has a combined city/highway rating of 30 mpg.

Synonyms

• Fuel efficiency: the general effectiveness with which a vehicle uses fuel.
• Fuel consumption rate: a more technical term describing the rate at which fuel is used.

Related Phrases

• At the pump: often used in contexts discussing the cost or efficiency related to fuel.
  • Good gas mileage saves you money at the pump.
• To improve gas mileage: to take actions to increase fuel efficiency.
  • Regular maintenance can help improve your car's gas mileage.

Noun

1. the ratio of the number of miles traveled to the number of gallons of gasoline burned