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butane Definition

bu·tane (byo̵̅o̅′tān′, byo̵̅o̅ tān′)

noun

either of two alkanes (normal butane and isobutane) having the same formula, CH, but different structures and used esp. as a fuel

Etymology: but(yl) + -ane

butane Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • use: For safety purposes, a simpler test using a butane lighter was deployed.

Adjective modifier

  • liquid: One pound of liquid butane produces 6.4 cubic feet of gas.
  • commercial: LPG is the generic name for commercial propane and commercial butane.

Modifies a noun

  • cylinder: It turned out these were butane cylinders being stored in the caravan.
  • gas: Back to top Heating The options for heating are butane gas, electricity, paraffin or none at all.
  • lighter: They last about 4 hours per stick, and I carry extra sticks as well as two butane lighters to in a plastic bag.
  • flashlight: A good option is a butane gas flashlight - look for one with a soldering tip.
  • cigarette: In 2002, there were 24 deaths in under 18 year olds, of which 15 were associated with butane cigarette lighter refills.
  • regulator: Butane gas regulator included. £ 99 Rectangular Table Six Chairs - save £ 600 Only 3 left!

Noun used with modifier

  • gas: The De'Longhi Quattro Plus model is priced at RRP £ 79.95 and fuelled by either a 7kg or 15kg cylinder of Calor gas butane.