crock
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9.9
- noun
- /krɒk/
- UK
:
negro de humo
Examples
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"Or for an old crock," I said.
Fiction book (1998) -
Of course, the crocks down there will probably eat your brother's cat.
Fiction book (1995) -
Granted, a crock of paste.
Fiction book (1991) -
What a two-ton crock.
Fiction book (1995) -
The artist used a special crock to create rich black pigments for her paintings.
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To make ink, mix the crock with water until it reaches the desired consistency.
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The manufacturer sourced a high-quality crock renowned for its durability in industrial applications.
Synonyms
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2.5
A black powder that forms when wood or coal burns and collects on surfaces
1
5.9
A fine black powder used to make inks, paints, and rubber dark
1
9.8
A black powder used to make ink or paint
1
9.8
A very fine black powder made from soot used for ink and paint
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Etymology
Crock for a black material comes from an older use of the word for a dark, powdery substance used in ink and paint, like soot. So, in old uses a crock could mean a black substance used to make ink.