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First Known Use: before 12th century
in the meaning defined above
See Words from the same year1602
: a black powder that is formed when something (such as wood or coal) is burned
See words that rhyme with soot Spanish Central: Translation of soot Nglish: Translation of soot for Spanish speakers Britannica English: Translation of soot for Arabic speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about soot
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