: a black substance formed by combustion or separated from fuel during combustion, rising in fine particles, and adhering to the sides of the chimney or pipe conveying the smoke
especially
: the fine powder consisting chiefly of carbon that colors smoke
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Leslie Patrick, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2024
How Air Pollution Threatens Your Health The report highlights the dangers of ozone pollution (sometimes referred to as smog) and particle pollution (sometimes referred to as soot).
—Maggie O'Neill, Health, 15 May 2024
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Noun
Long before the advent of cryo masks and hyaluronic acid serums, ancient Koreans first created eyebrow ink from soot, face powders using ground rice, and cleansing soaps made with mung beans.
—Leslie Patrick, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2024
How Air Pollution Threatens Your Health The report highlights the dangers of ozone pollution (sometimes referred to as smog) and particle pollution (sometimes referred to as soot).
—Maggie O'Neill, Health, 15 May 2024
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“Soot.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soot. Accessed 20 May. 2024.
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