Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tar
noun
/tɑːr/
Definition
A thick, dark liquid produced from the destructive distillation of organic materials, primarily coal or petroleum.
Examples
- Tar is often used to pave roads and roofs.
- After the fire, the area was covered in a thick layer of tar.
- The artist used tar to create a unique texture on his canvas.
Meaning
Tar is commonly used in road construction and sealing, and it can also refer to the residue left after the combustion of organic materials.
Synonyms
- asphalt
- pitch
- bitumen
