vog
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of vog
1965–70; v(olcanic) ( def. ) + (f)og 1 ( def. ) or (sm)og ( def. )
Example Sentences
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The vog can present health hazards for residents and visitors, damage plants and affect livestock, the observatory said.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 3, 2024
Residents in Kau, the island’s southern district, are used to dealing with vog, Roth said, but reminded visitors, especially those with breathing issues, to be mindful.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 12, 2023
Island residents are familiar with vog, or volcanic smog, which is formed when sulfur dioxide is emitted from erupting lava.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 22, 2018
The volcano also has fed vog, a hazy mix of sulfur dioxide, aerosols, moisture and dust, with fine particles that can travel deep into lungs, the Geological Survey said.
From Reuters ● May 20, 2018
Never God made vog as could stop their eyesen," he whispered in answer, fearfully; "here us be by the hollow ground.
From Lorna Doone A Romance of Exmoor by R. D. (Richard Doddridge) Blackmore
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