galaxy gas

English

Alternative forms

• Galaxy Gas

Etymology

Genericized trademark of Galaxy Gas, an American culinary brand which produces whipped-cream chargers and dispensers containing nitrous oxide.

Noun

galaxy gas (uncountable)

1. (slang, euphemistic) Nitrous oxide, especially when used recreationally.
   • [2024 September 23, Trace William Cowen, “What the Hell Is Galaxy Gas?”, in Complex:

     On social media and beyond, many have taken to using the brand’s name in a more colloquial fashion, with “Galaxy Gas” being used as a catchall for nitrous oxide inhalants at large, regardless of whether they are actually Galaxy Gas products or not.]

2. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see galaxy,‎ gas.