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diesel

Pronunciation: [ˈdiːzəl]

Word

Learn how to use diesel in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “transportation”

(noun) a type of fuel made from oil that's used to power cars, trucks, and machines. It's what helps big vehicles move on the road.

Example

The truck runs on diesel, and it can carry a lot of heavy goods.

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The car didn't use diesel; it was running on gasoline instead.

Example

What kind of fuel does your bus use, diesel or gasoline?

Context: “engine”

(noun) an engine that uses diesel fuel to work. This kind of engine is often found in large vehicles and is known for being powerful and efficient.

Example

The new bus has a diesel engine that helps it save fuel.

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This car has a petrol engine, not a diesel engine.

Example

Do you think a diesel engine is better than a regular one?

Context: “fuel type”

(adjective) describing something that runs on or is related to diesel fuel. If a vehicle or a machine uses diesel, we say it's diesel-powered.

Example

The diesel generator provides electricity during power outages.

Example

That electric car is not diesel; it runs on batteries.

Example

Is this a diesel-powered vehicle or a gasoline one?

How to pronounce diesel

Pronunciation: [ˈdiːzəl]

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