Propellant

Origin

propel + -ant

Alternative forms

• propellent

Noun

1. anything that propels
2. fuel, oxidizer, reaction mass or mixture for one or more engines (especially internal combustion engines or jet engines) that is carried within a vehicle prior to use
3. the compressed gas in a pressurised container (especially an aerosol can) that is used to expel its content

Adjective

adjective

1. Alternative spelling of propellent