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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

lignite

/ˈlɪɡnaɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does lignite mean?

noun

A type of soft brown coal, often used as a fuel source. It is a sedimentary rock that is composed of plant remains.

Example

"The power plant burned lignite to generate electricity for the local community."

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