gasholder

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noun
Definitions
  • A large, telescopic cylindrical tank, with a water seal, used for storing domestic gas

Etymology

Compound from English gas (mixture, chemical element, flammable gaseous hydrocarbon hydrocarbon mixture used as a fuel, state of matter) + English holder.

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English

holder

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