Boilover

noun

Word Frequency: 0.0

Definitions

1.nounA hazardous situation where an attempt is made to extinguish semi-enclosed oil- or petrochemical-fuelled fire with water, generating steam which propels the burning fuel outwards.

Synonyms

boiloff boilermaking boil firewater oil firing rollover boiling-house blowout carryover flash boiler flaring oil test

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