Coal /kɔʊl/

The meaning and definition of Coal, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun

A black rock formed from prehistoric plant remains, composed largely of carbon and burned as a fuel.
“Put some coal on the fire.”
A piece of coal used for burning (this use is less common in American English)
“Put some coals on the fire.”

verb

To take on a supply of coal (usually of steam ships).
To supply with coal.
“to coal a steamer”

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