Associations to the word «Derv»

Wiktionary

DERV, noun. (UK) Diesel fuel for cars and lorries

Dictionary definition

DERV, noun. Diesel oil used in cars and lorries with diesel engines; from d(iesel) e(ngine) r(oad) v(ehicle).

Wise words

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