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coaling

The correct spelling is coaling.

How to pronounce coaling

verb

Say it like: Coa-lin-g

The correct spelling is coaling. To take on a supply of coal (usually of steam ships). For example: "to coal a steamer"

Usage Examples

to coal a steamer

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To take on a supply of coal (usually of steam ships).
  2. 2.To supply with coal.
  3. 3.To be converted to charcoal.
  4. 4.To burn to charcoal; to char.
  5. 5.To mark or delineate with charcoal.

noun

  1. 1.The supplying of a ship with coal.

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