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4. compressed
adjective. ['kəmˈprɛst'] flattened laterally along the whole length (e.g., certain leafstalks or flatfishes).
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5. gas
noun. ['ˈgæs'] the state of matter distinguished from the solid and liquid states by: relatively low density and viscosity; relatively great expansion and contraction with changes in pressure and temperature; the ability to diffuse readily; and the spontaneous tendency to become distributed uniformly throughout any container.
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6. gas
noun. ['ˈgæs'] a fluid in the gaseous state having neither independent shape nor volume and being able to expand indefinitely.
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7. gas
noun. ['ˈgæs'] a volatile flammable mixture of hydrocarbons (hexane and heptane and octane etc.) derived from petroleum; used mainly as a fuel in internal-combustion engines.
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8. gas
noun. ['ˈgæs'] a pedal that controls the throttle valve.
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9. gas
noun. ['ˈgæs'] a state of excessive gas in the alimentary canal.
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