ˈbenˌzēn, ̷ ̷ˈ ̷ ̷, ˈ ̷ ̷zə̇n noun
also ben·zin ˈbenzə̇n
( -s )
Etymology: German benzin, from benz- + -in
1. : benzene — not used scientifically
2. : any of various volatile flammable petroleum distillates that are lighter than kerosene, consist of mixtures chiefly of aliphatic hydrocarbons, and are used especially as solvents or as motor fuels: as
a. : ligroin
b. : gasoline — see petroleum benzin