black ash

• Residuo de color oscuro, fino y pulverulento que queda tras la combustión de materiales orgánicos, asociado a menudo con erupciones volcánicas, incendios forestales o procesos industriales.

A dark, powdery residue left after burning organic materials, often associated with volcanic eruptions, wildfires, or industrial processes.

1. Residue from burningB1formal

   The dark, powdery substance left after something has been burned completely.

   Ceniza negra

   • The fire left a pile of black ash on the ground.
   • Black ash covered the area after the forest fire.
   • He cleaned the black ash from the fireplace.

2. Tree speciesB2formalamerican

   A type of ash tree (Fraxinus nigra) native to North America, known for its dark bark.

   Fresno negro

   • Black ash trees are commonly found in wetlands.
   • The wood of the black ash is used for making baskets.
   • Black ash is an important species for traditional crafts.