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Meaning of coal
A black or dark brown combustible mineral substance used as fuel.
Etymology of coal
The word "coal" originates from Old English "col", and is related to the Old Norse "kol", both meaning charcoal or coal, with the term being used in English since the 9th century to describe a fossil fuel formed from ancient plant remains.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A fossil fuel formed from the remains of ancient plants, used as a source of energy
- A black or dark brown combustible mineral substance, used as a fuel or in industrial processes
- A natural resource, often extracted from the earth through mining, used for various purposes including electricity generation and industrial production
Usage Examples
- The power plant burns coal to generate electricity for the city.
- The barbecue used coal to heat up the grill for cooking.
- The miner extracted coal from the deep mine shaft.
Antonyms
renewable energy
solar power
wind power
hydro power
geothermal energy
biomass
green energy
clean energy
sustainable energy
eco-friendly
non-polluting
non-toxic
harmless
safe
renewable resource
alternative energy
nuclear energy
oil substitute
gas substitute
fuel substitute
energy alternative