kindling
noun
1. material for starting a fire
Similar word(s): punk, tinder, touchwood
Definition categories: substance, igniter, ignitor, lighter
2. the act of setting something on fire
Similar word(s): firing, ignition, inflammation, lighting
Definition categories: act, burning, combustion
Sentences with kindling as a noun:
- Go and collect some kindling.
- the kindlings of love
verb
1. present participle of kindle
- Despite the damp wood, he had no trouble kindling a fire.