petroleum

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Main Entry: pe·tro·leum
Pronunciation: p-tr-l-m, -trl-ym
Function: noun
: an oily flammable bituminous liquid that may vary from almost colorless to black, occurs in many places in the upper strata of the earth, is a complex mixture of hydrocarbons with small amounts of other substances, and is prepared for use as gasoline, naphtha, or other products by various refining processes