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smut

 

[ smʌt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

inappropriate content

Smut refers to pornographic or obscene material, typically in the form of images or videos. It is often considered offensive or inappropriate for certain audiences.

Synonyms

filth, obscenity, pornography

Examples of usage

  • Smut websites are often blocked by internet filters.
  • Parents should monitor their children's online activity to prevent exposure to smut.
Context #2 | Noun

dirt or soot

Smut can also refer to black, powdery residue produced by the incomplete combustion of coal or other fuels. It can accumulate on surfaces and cause staining.

Synonyms

dirt, grime, soot

Examples of usage

  • The fireplace was covered in smut from the burning wood.
  • The factory workers' faces were covered in smut from the coal dust.

Translations

Translations of the word "smut" in other languages:

🇵🇹 obscenidade

🇮🇳 अश्लीलता

🇩🇪 Obszönität

🇮🇩 kekotoran

🇺🇦 непристойність

🇵🇱 nieprzyzwoitość

🇯🇵 猥褻

🇫🇷 obscénité

🇪🇸 obscenidad

🇹🇷 müstehcenlik

🇰🇷 외설

🇸🇦 فحش

🇨🇿 neslušnost

🇸🇰 neslušnosť

🇨🇳 猥亵

🇸🇮 nespodobnost

🇮🇸 ósæmilegheitir

🇰🇿 ұятсыздық

🇬🇪 უსირცხვილობა

🇦🇿 ədəbsizlik

🇲🇽 obscenidad

Etymology

The word 'smut' has a long history, originally derived from the Old English word 'smytta' meaning 'soot' or 'dirt'. Over time, it has come to be associated with both inappropriate content and dirty residue. The usage of 'smut' to describe pornographic material dates back to the 19th century, while its association with soot and dirt has been around for much longer.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,314, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.