methylated spirit (noun)

1. In the horror movie, the antagonist used a bottle of methylated spirit to start a fire and cause chaos.

2. During religious ceremonies, some practitioners use a small amount of methylated spirit for purification rituals.

3. The designer created a unique dress using unconventional materials, including layers of dyed methylated spirit for an eye-catching effect.

4. In the 1920s, the prohibition era in the United States saw the rise in popularity of bootleg alcohol, prompting the government to introduce methylated spirit as a measure to deter illegal alcohol consumption.