anthracite
1 synonym for anthracite, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Anthracite is a hard, dense form of coal that burns more cleanly than other coals.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
hard coal
How to use anthracite
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
anthracite coal
anthracite grey
burn anthracite
anthracite tiles
The colour sense is common in home decor and design writing.
Etymology
The word passed through Latin from Ancient Greek anthrakitis, meaning a kind of coal, which itself came from anthrax, meaning charcoal.
Full origin of anthracite →Frequently asked questions
What is anthracite coal?
It is the hardest and cleanest-burning type of coal.
What colour is anthracite?
It describes a dark grey colour, often used in paint and tiling.
Why does anthracite burn more cleanly than other coal?
It is the most carbonised type of coal, so it burns hotter with less smoke.
