blackdamp

/ˈblækˌdæmp/
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Definitions of blackdamp
  1. noun
    the atmosphere in a mine following an explosion; high in carbon dioxide and incapable of supporting life
    synonyms: chokedamp
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    type of:
    CO2, carbon dioxide, carbonic acid gas
    a heavy odorless colorless gas formed during respiration and by the decomposition of organic substances; absorbed from the air by plants in photosynthesis
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