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ben·zine \ˈbenˌzēn, ̷ ̷ˈ ̷ ̷, ˈ ̷ ̷zə̇n\ noun also ben·zin \ˈbenzə̇n\ (-s) Etymology: German benzin, from benz- + -in 1. : benzene — not used scientifically 2. : any of various volatile flammable petroleum distillates that are lighter than kerosene, consist of mixtures chiefly of aliphatic hydrocarbons, and are used especially as solvents or as motor fuels: as a. : ligroin b. : gasoline — see petroleum benzin |