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gas⋅works

  [gas-wurks]
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–noun, plural -works. (used with a singular verb)
a plant where heating and illuminating gas is manufactured and piped to homes and buildings.
Also called gashouse.

Origin:
1810–20; gas + works
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gas·works   (gās'wûrks')   
pl.n.   (used with a sing. verb)
A factory where gas for heating and lighting is produced. Also called gashouse.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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