geosequestration n.— «Its plans are believed to include reducing greenhouse gases from the project by using geosequestration technology. The process involves pumping carbon dioxide underground into reservoirs that have been tested to ensure against...
geosequestration n.— «The nightmare scenario for geosequestration—also known as geostorage—occurred in Africa in 1986. In the dark of night, Lake Nyos in Cameroon emitted a huge cloud of carbon dioxide. The gas, which is heavier than air, settled...
geostorage n.— «The nightmare scenario for geosequestration—also known as geostorage—occurred in Africa in 1986. In the dark of night, Lake Nyos in Cameroon emitted a huge cloud of carbon dioxide. The gas, which is heavier than air, settled in a...
wet wings
n.pl.— «It holds the fuel in its wings, referred to as wet wings, and underneath its belly.» —“Gas pump in the sky” by Thomas A. Sloan in Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska Air Force Link June 14, 2004. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
Lexus lane n.— «Grabauskas said he was studying high-occupancy toll lanes, also known as “HOT” lanes or “Lexus lanes,” where drivers pay for the privilege of using a dedicated lane at rush hour.» —“Official touts hikes in gas tax, toll lanes” by...
flat adj.— «Bryan Herta needed just four laps to get “flat,” racing parlance for feeling comfortable enough in a car to press the gas pedal and not let up.» —“Herta makes quick return” by Phillip B. Wilson Indianapolis Star (Ind.) May 17, 2004...
