smoldering

Meanings

• verb (intransitive, transitive), adjective

  A low, continuous burning of solid materials, such as wood or coal, with a weak flame and a lot of smoke.

  - "The embers of the campfire were still smoldering."
  - "The smoldering logs released an intense heat."
  - "The smoldering anger inside him was about to explode."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with smoldering
molder , older , bolder , colder

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Variants

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smolder , smoldered , smoldering , smolders , smoulder , smouldered , smouldering , smoulders

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Etymology

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From Old English smolterian, from smolter, smolder, from smol, smoke.

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Trivia

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1. Smoldering is the reason why some foods, such as bacon and ribs, have such a rich flavor.

2. Smoldering is also used in the production of certain types of tea, such as lapsang souchong.

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Related Concepts

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1. embers: The glowing particles of coal or other fuel that remain after a fire has died down.

2. smoke: A grayish-white cloud of fine particles suspended in the air, usually as a result of burning or other chemical reactions.

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Culture

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In literature, smoldering is often used to describe intense emotions, particularly anger or desire, that are simmering just below the surface. In art, smoldering is a technique used to create depth and texture in charcoal drawings.

How to Memorize "smoldering"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a campfire that has just burned out, but there are still small pockets of burning wood. These pockets are smoldering.

2. associate
   

   - Think of a pot of water that is simmering on the stove. The water is smoldering before it comes to a full boil.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym SMOKE: Smoldering Materials Occasionally Keep Embering.

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