gas log: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
B2Semi-technical, Home & Living
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What does “gas log” mean?
An artificial, decorative log set designed to be used with a gas fireplace, providing the visual appearance of burning wood with the convenience of gas fuel.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
An artificial, decorative log set designed to be used with a gas fireplace, providing the visual appearance of burning wood with the convenience of gas fuel.
A component of a gas fireplace system that mimics the look of traditional wooden logs, typically made from ceramic or refractory materials, over which gas flames are distributed.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
Usage is identical. The component is known by the same term in both markets.
Connotations
Connotes convenience, cleanliness, and a decorative aesthetic over traditional wood-burning.
Frequency
Equally common in regions where gas fireplaces are popular. More frequent in marketing and retail contexts for home improvements.
Grammar
How to Use “gas log” in a Sentence
[install/clean/replace] + gas logs[ceramic/realistic/vented] + gas loggas log + [set/fireplace/system]Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “gas log” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- We need to gas-log the fireplace before winter.
- The technician is gas-logging the new hearth.
American English
- We need to install gas logs in the fireplace before winter.
- The technician is setting up the gas logs.
adjective
British English
- The gas-log effect is very convincing.
- They offer a gas-log installation service.
American English
- The gas log insert looks great.
- They offer gas log installation service.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Retail sales of gas logs increased this winter season.
Academic
The study compared the particulate emissions of gas log systems versus traditional wood-burning.
Everyday
We're thinking about getting gas logs for our fireplace; they're so much easier than wood.
Technical
Ensure the gas logs are correctly positioned over the burner ports for optimal flame distribution and safety.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “gas log”
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Antonyms of “gas log”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “gas log”
- Using 'gas log' to refer to a record of gas consumption (that is a 'gas meter reading' or 'gas usage log').
- Pluralizing as 'gas log' when referring to a single artificial piece; a single piece is still usually called a 'gas log,' with the set being 'gas logs.'
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, gas logs are artificial, typically made from ceramic or refractory cement, designed to look like real wood logs.
Only if you install a specific gas log set with a proper gas burner and connection kit designed for that purpose; it converts the fireplace.
Yes, the gas flames produce heat, but the efficiency and heat output depend on whether it's a vented or ventless (gas log) set.
Vented gas logs require the chimney flue to be open, have a more realistic flame look but lose most heat up the chimney. Ventless (or unvented) logs are more heat-efficient, vent into the room, and have strict installation regulations regarding room size and ventilation.
An artificial, decorative log set designed to be used with a gas fireplace, providing the visual appearance of burning wood with the convenience of gas fuel.
Gas log is usually semi-technical, home & living in register.
Gas log: in British English it is pronounced /ˈɡæs ˌlɒɡ/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈɡæs ˌlɔːɡ/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “set the logs (meaning to arrange/install the gas logs)”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: 'GAS powers the LOG that looks real.' It's a log-shaped object designed specifically for gas.
Conceptual Metaphor
CONVENIENCE IS CLEANLINESS (contrasted with the 'messy' traditional wood log).
Practice
Quiz
What is a 'gas log' primarily?