dilbit

English

Etymology

diluted +‎ bitumen

Noun

dilbit (countable and uncountable, plural dilbits)

1. An oil-like substance consisting of bitumen derived from tar sands or other sources diluted with natural gas condensates such as naptha that may be processed in a manner similar to petroleum.

   The new dilbit pipeline will run alongside the oil one.

   Most dilbits are similar in consistency to intermediate fuel oils.