the state of matter distinguished from the solid and liquid states by: relatively low density and viscosity; relatively great expansion and contraction with changes in pressure and temperature; the ability to diffuse readily; and the spontaneous tendency to become distributed uniformly throughout any container

[ Syn: gaseous state ]

a fluid in the gaseous state having neither independent shape nor volume and being able to expand indefinitely

a volatile flammable mixture of hydrocarbons (hexane and heptane and octane etc.) derived from petroleum; used mainly as a fuel in internal-combustion engines

[ Syn: gasoline , gasoline , gasolene , gasolene , petrol , petrol ]

a state of excessive gas in the alimentary canal

[ Syn: flatulence , flatulency ]

a pedal that controls the throttle valve; he stepped on the gas

[ Syn: accelerator , accelerator pedal , gas pedal , throttle , gun ]

a fossil fuel in the gaseous state; used for cooking and heating homes

[ Syn: natural gas ]

attack with gas; subject to gas fumes; The despot gassed the rebellious tribes'

show off

[ Syn: boast , tout , swash , shoot a line , brag , blow , bluster , vaunt , gasconade ]