noun
- plural form of kerosene; flammable hydrocarbon liquids used as fuel for lamps, heaters, and jet engines
Examples
- The hardware store stocks different grades of kerosenes for various heating applications.
- Aviation kerosenes must meet strict quality standards for jet fuel.
- The refinery produces several types of kerosenes from crude oil.
- Industrial kerosenes are used in manufacturing processes.
- Different kerosenes have varying flash points and burning characteristics.