Sterno

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[ stur-noh ]

Trademark.

1. flammable hydrocarbon jelly packaged in a small can for use as a portable heat source for cooking.

sterno-

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1. a combining form representing sternum in compound words:

   sternocostal.

Example Sentences

“Try cooking 1,400 lamb chops to a perfect medium-rare at the same time, using nothing but sheet pans, Sterno and an upright aluminum cabinet on wheels called a hot box.”

From New York Times

Compass, a publicly traded partnership, owns such diverse companies as the Sterno Group, producer of the canned fuel, and 5.11, a maker of clothing and gear for law enforcement and for the outdoors.

From New York Times

“So I did this,” he said, showcasing his clever, MacGyver-style street kitchen of aluminum foil tents, tables, Sterno and pans.

From Washington Post

That scene was inspired by one of Welles’ tantrums, according to Houseman—Welles hurled lit Sterno cans at him—but this was months before any arguments about screen credit.

From Slate

I catch sight of Camel, who lifts a hand in greeting before passing along the Sterno fluid.

From Literature