combustion
(noun)
noun
1. a process in which a substance reacts with oxygen to give heat and light
Similar word(s): burning
Definition categories: process, oxidation, oxidization
2. a state of violent disturbance and excitement
- combustion grew until revolt was unavoidable
Definition categories: state, garboil, tumult, tumultuousness, uproar
3. the act of burning something
Similar word(s): burning
Definition categories: act