coated – adj. covered in
absorb – v. to take in (something, such as a liquid) in a natural or gradual way
inhale – v. to breathe in
fumes – n. smoke or gas that smells unpleasant
pup – n. one of the young of various animals
scour – v. to search (something) carefully and thoroughly
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