zwartsel

Definitions of zwartsel
  1. noun
    a black colloidal substance consisting wholly or principally of amorphous carbon and used to make pigments and ink
    synonyms: roet
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    type of:
    C, Celsius, koolspits, koolstof
    an abundant nonmetallic tetravalent element occurring in three allotropic forms: amorphous carbon and graphite and diamond; occurs in all organic compounds
  2. noun
    a substance used to produce a shiny protective surface on footwear
    synonyms: schoencrème, schoenpoets, schoensmeer
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    type of:
    glansmiddel
    a preparation used in polishing
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