coal
Translation
coal
Examples
The factory is powered by coal.
The factory is powered by coal.
They put more coal on the fire.
They put more coal on the fire.
Grammar Patterns
coal (uncountable noun) a black rock used as fuel. The factory is powered by coal.
Similar Words
Synonyms: charcoal, carbon, fuel
Etymology
From Old English 'col', meaning 'charcoal, glowing ember'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'cold' black rock that can make things hot. 'Coal' sounds a bit like 'cold'.