propellant
noun C2- fuel, oxidizer, reaction mass or mixture for one or more engines (especially internal combustion engines or jet engines) that is carried within a vehicle prior to use
- the compressed gas in a pressurised container (especially an aerosol can) that is used to expel its content
- the explosive (cordite, gunpowder, etc) found in ammunition cartridges
Plural propellants
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