Propellent vs. Propellant

Propellentnoun

alternative spelling of propellant

Propellentadjective

Capable of propelling.

Propellentnoun

something that propels

Propellentadjective

tending to or capable of propelling;

Propellantnoun

anything that propels

Propellantnoun

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

Propellantnoun

the compressed gas in a pressurised container (especially an aerosol can) that is used to expel its content

Propellantnoun

the explosive cordite, gunpowder, etc found in ammunition cartridges

Propellantadjective

alternative spelling of propellent

Propellantnoun

something that propels

Propellantadjective

tending to or capable of propelling;

Propellant

A propellant or propellent is a chemical substance used in the production of energy or pressurized gas that is subsequently used to create movement of a fluid or to generate propulsion of a vehicle, projectile, or other object. Common propellants are energetic materials and consist of a fuel like gasoline, jet fuel, rocket fuel, and an oxidizer.