Creosote
/krˈiəˌsoʊt/
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Definition
(noun) A pale yellow oily liquid, containing phenols and similar compounds, obtained by the destructive distillation of wood tar, once used medicinally.
Sentence Examples
As the fence is exposed he will creosote it for protection.
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