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diesel

Adjective[U] Uncountable

This term carries a strong association with industrial power, heavy labor, and durability. It evokes images of massive machinery, long-haul trucking, and the gritty atmosphere of shipping ports or construction sites. While gasoline is often linked to speed and agility in passenger cars, diesel suggests torque, endurance, and a slower, more rhythmic mechanical thrum. In modern contexts, it also frequently triggers discussions about environmental emissions and fuel efficiency.

Refers to the liquid fuel as a mass substance.

Meanings

Noun

A heavy oil used as fuel in compression-ignition engines.

"The truck runs on diesel."

Adjective

Powered by or relating to a diesel engine.

"He bought a diesel generator for the farm."

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