Grade 7
(pe-tro-le-um) 4 syllables

Definition

noun. an oily; thick; flammable usually darkcolored liquid that is a form of bitumen or a mixture of various hydrocarbons

Example Sentence

Petroleum is a natural resource.

Synonyms

oil; black gold; Texas tea

Antonyms

water

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Rhymes

  • linoleum
  • petroleum