Clinker and Phlogiston

Clinker

Clinker noun - An unintentional departure from truth or accuracy.

Phlogiston and clinker are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Phlogiston" instead a noun "Clinker".

Nearby Word: clinked

Phlogiston

Phlogiston noun - A hypothetical substance once believed to be present in all combustible materials and to be released during burning.
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Synonyms for Phlogiston

Clinker and phlogiston are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Clinker" instead a noun "Phlogiston".

Nearby Word: phlogistic

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