Definition of smog Smog

/smɑˈg/ - [smag] - smog

We found 6 definitions of smog from 5 different sources.

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What does smog mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

Plural: smogs

smog - air pollution by a mixture of smoke and fog
  smogginess
  air pollution pollution of the atmosphere; "air pollution reduced the visibility"
  portmanteau word, portmanteau, blend a large travelling bag made of stiff leather
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  • smog (Noun)
    A noxious mixture of particulates and gases that is the result of urban air pollution .
  • smog (Verb)
    To get a smog check ; to check a vehicle or have it checked for emissions.

OmegaWiki DictionaryOmegaWiki Dictionary Ω

  • smog
    Air pollution consisting of smoke and fog.

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  • Smog is a type of air polutant; the word "smog" is a combination of smoke and fog. Classic smog results from large amounts of coal burning in an area and is caused by a mixture of smoke and sulfur dioxide.

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  • smog, noun, singular of smogs.

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