gasworks

== English == === Alternative forms === gaswork === Etymology === From gas +‎ works. === Pronunciation === === Noun === gasworks (plural gasworks) A factory where gas is generated or distributed (whether for industrial consumption or for residential distribution). Alternative form: gas works Synonym: gas plant Coordinate term: see at works § Hyponyms Meronyms: gasholder, gasometer, gas line, gasline, pipeline One where coal is converted to coal gas and coke (via gasification). (historical) One where water gas was generated for distribution. One that formerly generated coal gas or water gas and now distributes natural gas from a pipeline. ==== Related terms ==== (types of gas) coal gas, illuminating gas, producer gas, synthesis gas, town gas, water gas gaslight (noun) ==== Translations ====