coals

[koʊlz]

coals Definition

a combustible black or dark brown rock consisting mainly of carbonized plant matter, used as a fuel for fire.

Using coals: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "coals" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He put some coals on the fire to keep warm.

  • Example

    The grill was hot enough to cook the meat when the coals turned white.

  • Example

    The miners dug deep into the earth to extract coal from the mines.

coals Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for coals

Phrases with coals

  • rake over the coals

    to criticize or reprimand severely

    Example

    The boss raked him over the coals for his poor performance.

  • to criticize or reprimand someone severely

    Example

    The teacher hauled him over the coals for cheating on the exam.

  • to do something that is unnecessary or redundant

    Example

    Bringing sand to the beach is like carrying coals to Newcastle.

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Summary: coals in Brief

The term 'coals' [koʊlz] refers to a combustible rock made of carbonized plant matter, used as a fuel for fire. It is often used in phrases like 'rake over the coals' and 'haul someone over the coals,' both meaning to criticize or reprimand severely. The idiom 'carry coals to Newcastle' means doing something unnecessary or redundant.