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propellant

pro·pel·lant [ prə péllənt ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. substance giving thrust to rocket: a substance that is burned to give upward thrust to a rocket

2. explosive charge for gun: an explosive charge that projects a bullet from a gun

3. gas in aerosol: a compressed inert gas used to dispense the contents of an aerosol container when pressure is applied and released

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