charcoal
Pronunciation
Noun
A1 Beginner
Quick answer
A black substance made by burning wood slowly without much air, used as fuel or for drawing.
Usage notes
"Charcoal" is also used as a drawing material by artists, made into sticks or pencils.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "They lit the _____ before grilling the vegetables."
Answer: charcoal
In your own words, what does "charcoal" mean?
A black substance made by burning wood slowly without much air, used as fuel or for drawing.
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