No. 6,639 in German
erdölbasis
Petroleum-based.
In a sentence
Die Farbe hat eine Erdölbasis.
The paint has a petroleum base.
Here, 'Erdölbasis' refers to the foundational component of the paint's composition, indicating it is derived from petroleum.
Produkte mit Erdölbasis sind oft weniger umweltfreundlich.
Products with a petroleum base are often less environmentally friendly.
In this sentence, 'Erdölbasis' is used to classify products based on their manufacturing materials, highlighting environmental concerns.
Die Industrie arbeitet an Alternativen zur Erdölbasis.
The industry is working on alternatives to a petroleum base.
Here, 'Erdölbasis' denotes the primary material of industrial strategies, emphasizing efforts to replace petroleum-based foundations.
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