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firedamp Definition

fire·damp (-damp′)

noun

a gas, largely methane, formed in coal mines, which is explosive when mixed with air

firedamp Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • ignite: The firing of shots may ignite firedamp in breaks or cracks in the shot holes, or it may ignite outside the shot holes.

Modifies a noun

  • explosion: It is produced from gob fires, and coal dust or firedamp explosions.

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