Synonyms:
petroleum, crude_oil, crude, rock_oil, fossil_oil, oil
Meaning: a dark oil consisting mainly of hydrocarbons
Usage examples
FROM PETROLEUM V. NASBY
Petroleum is preferred by some to linseed oil, but, to tell the truth, I can see no difference in the action of linseed, petroleum or olive oil.
Trading schooners and barques used in these localities are often fitted with petroleum oil engines, which enable them to continue their voyages during calm or adverse weather.