smoldering - Definition and Meaning

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(verb)

definitions

burn slowly with smoke but no flame

examples

the bonfire still smouldered, the smoke drifting over the paddock

synonyms

(noun)

definitions

the process of burning slowly with smoke but no flame

examples

the smouldering can go unnoticed for many days before smoke starts to be seen

(adjective)

definitions

burning slowly with smoke but no flame

examples

a smouldering fire

a pile of smouldering wood