creosote
/ˈkriːəˌsoʊt/
verb
- To treat or coat something with creosote.
- They creosoted the wooden deck to protect it from rain and rot.
- The company creosotes telephone poles to make them last longer outdoors.
- Before installing the fence, the farmer creosoted each post himself.
noun
- A dark brown or black oily liquid made from coal tar or wood tar, used as a wood preservative and disinfectant.
- The old railroad ties were soaked in creosote to prevent rotting.
- Creosote has a strong, smoky smell that lingers for years.
- Gardeners sometimes use creosote to protect fence posts from moisture and insects.
- A chemical substance that builds up in chimneys and flues from burning wood or coal, which can cause fires if not cleaned.
- The chimney sweep removed a thick layer of creosote from the fireplace.
- Burning unseasoned wood creates more creosote buildup in the chimney.
- To prevent a chimney fire, you should have the creosote cleaned out every year.