soot
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for soot, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The fine black powder left behind when coal, wood, or oil burns incompletely.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use soot
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English sot, going back to a very old Germanic word for soot.
Full origin of soot →Frequently asked questions
What does “soot” mean?
The word “soot” means the fine black powder left behind when coal, wood, or oil burns incompletely. In plain terms, the black, powdery residue from smoke.
How do you pronounce “soot”?
“Soot” is pronounced soot (/suːt/ in IPA).
How do you use “soot” in a sentence?
Here is “soot” used in a sentence: “Soot coated the inside of the old chimney.”
What part of speech is “soot”?
Depending on how it is used, “soot” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “soot” come from?
The word “soot” comes from Old English. From Old English sot, going back to a very old Germanic word for soot.
How many meanings does “soot” have?
“Soot” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the fine black powder left behind when coal, wood, or oil burns incompletely.