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olefiant
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olefiant, a. [F. oléfiant, fr.L. oleum oil + -ficare (in comp.). Cf. -Fy.].
Forming or producing an oil; specifically, designating a colorless gaseous hydrocarbon called ethylene (olefiant gas). [1913 Webster]
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