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dieselize

/dɪˈsɛlɪzeɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does dieselize mean?

verb

To remove diesel fuel from (an engine or fuel system), typically by draining the fuel tank and replacing the fuel with a suitable substitute. To convert a vehicle or engine to run on a different type of fuel, such as gasoline or electricity.

Example

"The mechanic had to dieselize the old truck before it could be sold."

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