naphtha
Definitions
A volatile, flammable liquid hydrocarbon mixture obtained from petroleum, coal tar, or natural gas.
Any of various inflammable oils used as solvents, fuels, or in the production of chemicals.
Examples
The chemical plant processes crude oil to extract naphtha for use in the production of gasoline.
Naphtha is frequently used as a solvent in industrial cleaning and as a fuel for camping stoves.
The spill of naphtha into the river required an immediate environmental cleanup operation.
Synonyms
petroleum solvent hydrocarbon distillate benzine ligroin mineral spirits