liquefied petroleum gas tank

noun

1. A strong metal container used to store liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) — a fuel made from propane and butane — under pressure, either as a small portable cylinder for cooking and heating or as a large fixed vessel at a home, business or fuel depot.

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   • "We bought a liquefied petroleum gas tank for the kitchen so we can cook when the power is out."B1
   • "The liquefied petroleum gas tank must be stored upright and away from direct heat."B2
   • "Inspectors found that the liquefied petroleum gas tank had not been pressure-tested in over a decade."C1

2. The pressurised fuel container fitted to a vehicle or machine that runs on LPG.

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   • "The van has a liquefied petroleum gas tank in the back instead of a normal fuel tank."B2
   • "Because the liquefied petroleum gas tank takes up boot space, the spare wheel was moved underneath the car."C1

3. A container designed to store liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), usually under pressure.

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   • "The house has a liquefied petroleum gas tank in the garden."A2
   • "The technician inspected the liquefied petroleum gas tank for leaks before refilling it."B2