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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

sooty

/ˈsuː.ti/ adjective · British & US
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What does sooty mean?

adjective

Covered or stained with soot; having a black or dark color due to soot or smoke. Often used to describe something that has been affected by smoke or pollution.

Example

"The sooty chimney needed to be cleaned to prevent further damage to the building."

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