rothermuck

/ˈroʊðərmək/

Definitions

1. noun

A mixture of soot and muck, or a type of black, tar-like residue often left from fires.

“The old fireplace had accumulated a thick layer of rothermuck over the years.”

Synonyms

  • muck
  • soot
  • tar

Antonyms

  • cleanliness
  • purity