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Octane

Noun:

1. A colorless, volatile flammable mixture of hydrocarbons, obtained by distilling petroleum, widely used as a fuel in internal combustion engines.

2. The measure of a fuel's ability to resist "knocking" or "pinging" during combustion.

Sample sentences:

1. The octane rating of this gasoline is 93.
2. High-octane fuel is recommended for sports cars.

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