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clinkers

/klɪŋkərz/ noun · British & US
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What does clinkers mean?

noun

Small pieces of partially burnt or unburnt material that are left in the ashes of a fire, or a loud, sharp ringing sound, especially of glasses or bottles being struck together.

Example

"The fireplace was filled with clinkers after the fire had gone out."

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