cinder
/ˈsɪndɚ/ noun C1- Partially or mostly burnt material that results from incomplete combustion of coal or wood etc.; it often rides the rising smoke column into the air, and it can pose a fire hazard when it lands, in dry conditions.
- An ember.
- Slag from a metal furnace.
- Any strong stimulant added to tea, soda water, etc.
Plural cinders
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