soft coal


Origin:
1780–90

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soft coal
 
n
another name for bituminous coal

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Example sentences
It differs from bituminous, or soft coal lies in relatively flat seams, making it readily accessible and cheaper to mine.
The supply of soft coal at all points is said to be adequate.
The local dealers have a shortage of soft coal, there not being a four days' supply on hand.
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