coal-sourced
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/koʊl sɔrst/
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/kəʊl sɔːst/
derived from coal
Etymology
Etymology Information
'coal-sourced' originates from the combination of 'coal' and 'source', where 'coal' refers to a combustible black or brownish-black sedimentary rock, and 'source' means the origin or starting point of something.
Historical Evolution
'coal-sourced' is a modern term that combines 'coal' and 'source' to describe something derived from coal.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'originating from coal', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
derived or obtained from coal.
The energy plant uses coal-sourced electricity.
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Last updated: 2025/03/01 08:02
