low-octane
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1LOW-OCTANE + NOUN
french
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Having a low octane number.
Low-octane fuel can be a cause of preignition and detonation. If combustion begins before the spark, for example, combustion pressures may try to push the piston backwards at the end of the compression stroke.
Slow; weak.
A low-octane French attempt to channel the spirit of Play It Again Sam. Alice Taglioni is a single thirtysomething holding out for Mr Right, while looking to a Woody Allen poster for advice.
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2Low-octane fuel can be a cause of preignition and detonation. If combustion begins before the spark, for example, combustion pressures may try to push the piston backwards at the end of the compressio
WiktionaryA low-octane French attempt to channel the spirit of Play It Again Sam. Alice Taglioni is a single thirtysomething holding out for Mr Right, while looking to a Woody Allen poster for advice.
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