smokeless

American  

[smohk-lis] / ˈsmoʊk lɪs /

adjective

1. emitting, producing, or having little or no smoke.

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smokeless British  

/ ˈsməʊklɪs /

adjective

1. having or producing little or no smoke

   smokeless fuel

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Other Word Forms

• smokelessness
  noun
• smokelessly
  adverb

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Etymology

Origin of smokeless

First recorded in 1575–80; smoke + -less

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Example Sentences

See Examples For:

smokeless

If you’ve been peering through the steamed up windows of the Amicus Plus smokeless cigar bar longingly, hovering over that “subscribe to Slate Plus” button.

From Slate ● Oct. 3, 2026

In World War I, the company became a major source of smokeless powder and explosives for the Allies.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 26, 2026

Meanwhile, efforts to offset those risks, like Altria’s push into smokeless pouches and expanded health-focused offerings from Conagra and Kraft Heinz, could provide upside.

From Barron's ● Dec. 8, 2025

An acrid, woodsy stench emanated from the wreckage, even though the skies were a smokeless blue following the weekend’s rains.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 27, 2025

Ralph and Piggy lay in the sand, gazing at the fire and idly flicking pebbles into its smokeless heart.

From "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding

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