Keluk
Definition & Context
Refers to thick, billowing smoke typically originating from kitchens or burning areas. In Javanese context, this term describes a visual phenomenon of dense, abundant smoke, often used casually in everyday conversations to illustrate heavy smoke conditions.
Synonyms & Variants
asap
Gas appearing like a cloud, produced by combustion or other heat-related processes.
kabut
Water vapor in the air that condenses near the ground, reducing visibility.
kukus
Water vapor produced from a heating process, often in the context of cooking.
mendung
A state of the sky covered by thick clouds, often before rain, which can visually resemble thick smoke from a distance.
Usage Notes or Etymology
This term is commonly used in daily conversations in Javanese-speaking regions to describe smoke resulting from burning.
Real-world Usage
Keluk'e ning pawon akeh tenan. (Asap di dapur banyak sekali.)
English Translation
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