单词 | premium gas |
释义 | premium gas —premium /ˈpriː.mi.əm/ adjective ► C2 describes something that is of higher than usual quality: » premium ice cream» The building is on a premium site.Thesaurus+: ↑Extremely goodnoun [C] (EXTRA) ► F0 an amount that is more than usual: » We're willing to pay a premium for the best location.» Because of their location, these offices attract a premium.» The modified cars are available at a premium of five percent over the original price.» The busy shopper puts a premium on (= appreciates and will pay more for) finding everything in one big store.Thesaurus+: ↑Also, extra, and in addition• • • Extra Examples:» You usually pay a premium for organic meat and vegetables.» These flats attract a premium because of their riverside location.» A higher spec version is available at a premium of £3000 above the standard price.» Customers will be required to pay a premium for this extra service.» Vintage champagne is being sold at a premium.noun [C] (PAYMENT) ► C2 an amount of money paid to get insurance: » Car insurance premiums have increased this year.» The premiums for healthcare plans are high.Thesaurus+: ↑Insurance• • • Extra Examples:» a monthly premium of £30» Many insurance companies are under pressure to increase premiums to stay solvent.» Do you pay a health insurance premium?» We pay the car insurance by an annual premium.» Our monthly premium for house insurance has gone up.noun [U] (ALSO premium gas) (FUEL) ► F0 US FOR FOUR-STAR(Cf. ↑four-star) nounThesaurus+: ↑Petroleum products especially when used as fuel , ↑Fuels |
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