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Vocabulary Entry
smoke
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A visible suspension of carbon or other particles in the air, usually produced by burning.
Example Sentences
"The smoke from the campfire filled the air with a sweet scent."
"Heavy smoke billowed from the building after the explosion."
"He waved his hand in front of his face to clear the smoke."
V
verb
To emit smoke; to produce or cause smoke to occur.
Example Sentences
"The chimney began to smoke as the fire inside grew hotter."
"She loves to smoke a pipe while sitting on the porch."
"The car started to smoke when the engine overheated."
A
adjective
Relating to or characterized by the presence of smoke.
Example Sentences
"The smoke-filled room made it hard to breathe."
"He wore a smoke-colored jacket that matched the evening ambiance."
"They decided to take the smoke break outside the restaurant."