Definition

Referring to a type of coal or material that does not undergo the coking process, which is used to produce coke for steelmaking.

Example

The noncoking coal is suitable for power generation rather than for making coke.

Conversation

I heard that the new coal is noncoking, which is pretty interesting.

Really? I didn't even know there was such a thing.

Yeah, it means it won't turn into coke when heated.

That sounds useful for certain industries, right?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Noncoking → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "coking" (derived from the verb "coke", which refers to the process of converting coal into coke, a fuel with few impurities). The word "noncoking" describes a type of coal that does not produce coke when heated.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'coking' referring to the process of making coke from coal. So, noncoking means not producing coke.

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