fume
noun
1. a cloud of fine particles suspended in a gas
Similar word(s): smoke
Definition categories: phenomenon, aerosol
Sentences with fume as a noun:
- Don't stand around in there breathing the fumes while the adhesive cures.
- Lead fume is a greyish powder, mainly comprising lead sulfate.
verb
1. be mad, angry, or furious
Definition categories: emotion, experience, feel
2. emit a cloud of fine particles
Similar word(s): smoke
Definition categories: weather, emit
3. treat with fumes, expose to fumes, especially with the aim of disinfecting or eradicating pests
Similar word(s): fumigate
Definition categories: perception, process, treat
4. be wet with sweat or blood, as of one's face
Similar word(s): reek