Where does “diesel” come from?
diesel (English) comes from German Diesel — diesel vehicle powered by a diesel engine.
diesel (English): A fuel derived from petroleum but heavier than...
Definitions
- A fuel derived from petroleum but heavier than...
Ancestry of “diesel”, step by step
| Step | Language | Word | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | German | Diesel | diesel vehicle powered by a diesel engine |