petrochemical

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Etymology[edit]

From petro- +‎ chemical.

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petrochemical (plural petrochemicals)

  1. (petrochemistry) Any compound derived from petroleum or natural gas.
    Synonyms: (abbreviation) petchem, (clipping) petrochem

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petrochemical (not comparable)

  1. Of or pertaining to the such compounds, or the industry that produces them.
    Synonyms: (abbreviation) petchem, (clipping) petrochem

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