ignite

verb

Meaning

Catch fire or cause something to begin burning.

Examples

The spark was enough to ignite the leaking gas.
A small flame can ignite a massive forest fire in dry conditions.

Synonyms: light, start, catch fire, kindle, combust

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ignite

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪɡˈnaɪt/

Definition

Catch fire or cause something to begin burning.

Examples

The spark was enough to ignite the leaking gas.
A small flame can ignite a massive forest fire in dry conditions.
The engine failed to ignite because the fuel line was blocked.

How to Use ignite

ignite something (collocation): To cause a specific object to burn. — "The lightning strike ignited the dry brush."
be ignited by (collocation): To be started by a specific source. — "The fire was ignited by a faulty electrical wire."

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