Soot
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /suːt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Soot is a noun meaning Fine black or dull brown particles of amorphous carbon and tar, produced by the incomplete combustion of coal, oil etc.
Meaning
Fine black or dull brown particles of amorphous carbon and tar, produced by the incomplete combustion of coal, oil etc.
More Meanings
- (transitive) To cover or dress with soot.
Word Forms
- soots
- sooting
- sooted
Synonyms for soot
Depending on context, synonyms include lampblack, smut.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include lampblack, smut, ash, carbon, smoke, cigarette.
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