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Fume
01
smoke or gas that has a sharp smell or is harmful if inhaled
Examples
The factory released toxic fumes that posed a health risk to nearby residents.
to fume
01
to be very angry, often showing signs of visible irritation
Intransitive: to fume with a negative emotion
Examples
She fumed silently as she waited for her delayed flight.
02
to expose something to fumes or gases for a particular effect
Transitive: to fume sth
Examples
The workers fumed the metal to remove impurities.
03
to give off smoke, steam, or a gas
Intransitive
Examples
The car fumed as it started up in the cold morning air.
