ignite

/ɪɡˈnaɪt/ · verb

Meaning

To set fire to (something), to light (something)
To spark off (something), to trigger
To commence burning.
To subject to the action of intense heat; to heat strongly; often said of incombustible or infusible substances.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

take fire(English)catch fire(English)inflame(English)fire up(English)heat(English)erupt(English)light(English)stir up(English)tinder(English)flammable(English)combustible(English)ignition(English)

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Sources

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