Creosote Definition & Meaning

creosote
noun
  1. a colorless or yellowish oily liquid obtained by distillation of wood tar; used as an antiseptic
  2. a dark oily liquid obtained by distillation of coal tar; used as a preservative for wood
verb
  1. treat with creosote; "creosoted wood"

"Creosote" in song lyrics

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  • "mr creosote"
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  • "what are the medicinal effects of creosote"
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  • "what are the harmful effects of creosote"
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