Part of Speech: Verb
Definition: To blacken or smudge with coal, soot, or other dark substances.
Pronunciations: US: /ˈkɑli/; UK: /ˈkɒli/
Origin and Usage: The word "colly" originated from the Old English word "colian," which means "to blacken with coal." It was first used in the 14th century and is still in use today, although it is considered archaic and is rarely used in modern English.
Synonyms: Smudge, blacken, dirty, soil, stain.
Related Words: Dirty, smoky, sooty, grime, grimey.
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