Smut: meaning, definitions and examples

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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.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
smut	This word can describe both literal dirt and sexually explicit material. It is typically used informally and may have a slightly negative connotation. He spends his time reading smut online. The smut on the windows made it hard to see outside.
pornography	This word refers specifically to explicit sexual material created for the purpose of sexual arousal. It is used in both legal and everyday contexts and has a somewhat clinical tone. The distribution of child pornography is a serious crime. They were discussing the impact of pornography on society.
obscenity	This word is often used in legal or formal contexts to describe language, images or behavior that are offensive or indecent. It has a strong negative connotation. The movie was banned for its obscenity. He was fined for shouting obscenities in public.
filth	This word usually refers to something that is physically dirty and can also describe morally corrupt or obscene content. It has a strong negative connotation. The streets were filled with filth after the storm. I can't believe they publish such filth in a magazine.

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.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
smut	Used in contexts where something is dirty in a vulgar or offensive way, such as inappropriate content or material. Often has a negative connotation. There was a lot of smut in that magazine The internet can be full of smut if you're not careful
soot	Specifically refers to black powdery or flaky substance produced by the incomplete burning of organic matter, commonly seen in chimneys or around fireplaces. The chimney was full of soot After the fire, everything was covered in soot
dirt	A general term used to describe a substance like soil or dust that makes things unclean. It can be used in both literal and figurative contexts. There's so much dirt on the floor He tried to dig up some dirt on his competitor
grime	Often refers to a layer of dirt that is more difficult to remove, typically accumulated over time. Usually used in literal contexts. The windows were covered in grime Years of grime had made the old monument almost unrecognizable

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.

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20311 inviolable
20312 perfunctory
20313 boll
20314 smut
20315 demised
20316 lazily
20317 selectmen
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