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charcoal

NounAdjectiveTransitive Verb

Meanings

Noun

A lightweight black carbon residue produced by heating wood or peat in the absence of air, used primarily as fuel for cooking or for smelting metals.

"We grilled the steaks over hot charcoal."

Noun

A black pigment made from charred organic material, used by artists for sketching and drawing.

"The artist used charcoal to create a moody portrait of the old man."

Adjective

Having a dark grey or black color similar to that of burnt wood.

"She wore a charcoal suit to the business meeting."

Transitive Verb

[~ something]

To treat or filter a substance using activated carbon to remove impurities or odors.

"The water is charcoaled to ensure it is pure and tasteless."

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