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Definition of «cinder»

Cinder is a small piece or fragment, often referring to something that has been broken up into smaller pieces. It can also refer to a solid residue formed by burning organic materials, such as wood or coal, which may be used for various purposes like construction material or landscaping. In addition, cinder can mean the remains of something after it has been destroyed or consumed.

Usage examples

  1. The campfire was dying down, leaving behind a pile of glowing cinders.
  2. The volcano erupted, spewing cinders into the air and covering the nearby town.
  3. She meticulously swept the cinders from the fireplace, ensuring it was clean for the next use.
  4. Walking across the burnt field, he could feel the crunch of the hot cinders beneath his boots.
  5. The firefighter carefully extinguished the cinders to prevent any chance of a smoldering fire reigniting.
  6. The artist used cinders mixed with paint to create a unique texture and effect in their artwork.
  7. The child watched in awe as the fireworks showered a rain of colorful cinders onto the night sky.
  8. The old abandoned factory was a haunting sight, with its broken windows and piles of cinder left from its past glory.

Phrases with «cinder»

Sentences with «cinder»

  • At each end of the pit they set up a short wall of cinder blocks with a heavy wooden plank on top, looking like the head and baseboards of a giant bed, where the long wooden poles onto which the baby lambs had been lashed would rest. (bookbrowse.com)
  • We won't go through the usual stuff about a couple of cinder blocks in the trunk for traction and the first aid kit and space blanket plus shovel. (extremetech.com)
  • In 1980, this native ecosystem of cinder cones and dense rainforest was designated an International Biosphere Reserve. (deltavacations.globusjourneys.com)
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