This is the 655th most frequent French word.
gaz
Gas.
The word "gaz" here refers to a physical substance (natural gas) that is a source of energy.
Le gaz naturel est une source d'énergie importante.
Natural gas is an important energy source.
In this context, "gaz" refers to various gaseous substances that make up air.
L'air contient plusieurs types de gaz.
The air contains several types of gases.
Here, "gaz" is used to indicate the throttle or accelerator in a vehicle, referring to the mechanism that increases the engine's output when pressed.