vog

American

[vog, vawg] / vɒg, vɔg /

noun

air pollution containing gases and particles from a volcanic eruption combined with moisture from fog to create an unpleasant atmospheric cloud.

Etymology

Origin of vog

1965–70; v(olcanic) ( def. ) + (f)og ¹ ( def. ) or (sm)og ( def. )

Example Sentences

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Volcanic smog, or vog, consists of fine droplets containing volcanic gases, such as sulfur, that can irritate the eyes, throat and respiratory tract.

From Reuters • Sep. 22, 2023

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

They form volcanic smog, or vog, when they mix with vapor, oxygen and dust in sunlight.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 28, 2022

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

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 Blackmore, R. D. (Richard Doddridge)

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