OXYACETYLENE

oxyacetylene

(noun) a mixture of oxygen and acetylene; used to create high temperatures for cutting or welding metals

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

oxyacetylene (uncountable)

A mixture of oxygen and acetylene; burns at a high temperature and is used for cutting and welding metals.

Adjective

oxyacetylene (not comparable)

Using this mixture e.g. an oxyacetylene torch

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