noun
Uncommon
smog
smog
Smog (noun) means a thick haze of smoke and fog caused by air pollution. Example: “A layer of smog hung over the city all week.”
noun
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A thick haze of smoke and fog caused by air pollution.
"A layer of smog hung over the city all week."
How to use smog
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishPolluted, hazy air typically found over big cities.
Common pairings
thick smog
smog alert
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Word forms
- Plural
- smogs
- Third person singular
- smogs
- Past tense
- smogged
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Etymology
A blend of "smoke" and "fog."
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “smog” mean?
The word “smog” means a thick haze of smoke and fog caused by air pollution. In plain terms, polluted, hazy air typically found over big cities.
How do you pronounce “smog”?
“Smog” is pronounced smog (/smɑɡ/ in IPA).
How do you use “smog” in a sentence?
Here is “smog” used in a sentence: “A layer of smog hung over the city all week.”
What part of speech is “smog”?
“Smog” is a noun.
Is “smog” a common word?
“Smog” is an uncommon word in modern English.
