creosote

/krˈiʌsoʊt/

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Definitions

Noun
a colorless or yellowish oily liquid obtained by distillation of wood tar; used as an antiseptic
Noun
a dark oily liquid obtained by distillation of coal tar; used as a preservative for wood
Verb
treat with creosote; "creosoted wood"