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bituminous

UK
/bɪˈtjuː.mɪ.nəs/
US
/bɪˈtjuː.mɪ.nəs/
bituminousadjective
more bituminous
Comp.
most bituminous
Super.
UK
/bɪˈtjuː.mɪ.nəs/
US
/bɪˈtjuː.mɪ.nəs/
Translations
The bituminous surface of the road was smooth and shiny after the recent repairs.
La surface bitumineuse de la route était lisse et brillante après les réparations récentes.
Definitions
Containing or resembling bitumen, a black, sticky substance used for road surfacing and roofing.
The bituminous surface of the road was smooth and shiny after the recent repairs.
Relating to or characteristic of bituminous coal, which is a type of coal that contains a high percentage of volatile matter.
The bituminous coal was preferred for its higher energy content compared to other types of coal.
Synonyms
asphaltic
coal-like
tar-like
pitchy
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