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Word

LNG

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Definition

n. Stands for Liquefied Natural Gas. Natural gas that has been cooled into a liquid so it is easier to store and move. It takes up much less space than gas, making it possible to ship across the ocean.

n. Abbreviation for Liquefied Natural Gas. Natural gas, primarily methane, that has been cooled to cryogenic temperatures to facilitate storage and transport. Often used in discussions regarding global energy markets and infrastructure.

Examples

“The country is building a new terminal to import more LNG.”

“Because pipelines cannot cross the ocean, the energy company converts the gas into LNG for transport by ship.”

“The transition toward LNG as a bridge fuel remains controversial among environmentalists, who argue that the infrastructure costs may delay the adoption of truly renewable energy sources.”

Examples

simple

“The country is building a new terminal to import more LNG.”

contextual

“Because pipelines cannot cross the ocean, the energy company converts the gas into LNG for transport by ship.”

complex

“The transition toward LNG as a bridge fuel remains controversial among environmentalists, who argue that the infrastructure costs may delay the adoption of truly renewable energy sources.”

Real-World Examples

“Before the war, about one-fifth of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies were shipped from Gulf producers via this route.”
Al Jazeera · 13 Sept 2026
“Typically, around a fifth of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) is transported through the waterway.”
BBC News · 3 Sept 2026

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