charcoal

[ˈtʃɑːkəʊl]

charcoal Definition

  • 1a black, porous, carbonaceous material obtained by heating wood or other organic substances in the absence of air
  • 2a stick of this for drawing with

Using charcoal: Examples

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

  • Example

    The artist used charcoal to create a sketch of the landscape.

  • Example

    Charcoal is often used as fuel for cooking and heating.

  • Example

    The black powder on his hands was from the charcoal he had been handling.

charcoal Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for charcoal

Phrases with charcoal

  • a dark gray color

    Example

    The car was painted in a sleek charcoal gray.

  • a filter made of activated charcoal that removes impurities from air or water

    Example

    The water pitcher has a charcoal filter to remove chlorine and other contaminants.

  • a drawing made with a stick of charcoal

    Example

    The art student created a beautiful charcoal drawing of a still life.

Origins of charcoal

from Old French 'charbon', from Latin 'carbo', meaning 'coal'

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Summary: charcoal in Brief

Charcoal [ˈtʃɑːkəʊl] is a black, porous, carbonaceous material obtained by heating wood or other organic substances in the absence of air. It is used as fuel for cooking and heating, and as a drawing tool. Phrases like 'charcoal gray' describe a dark gray color, while 'charcoal filter' refers to a filter made of activated charcoal that removes impurities from air or water.

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