Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
start-a-fire
Phrasal Verb
/stɑrt ə faɪər/
Definition
To ignite a fire or cause a fire to begin.
Examples
- They used kindling and a match to start a fire in the fireplace.
- It’s important to learn how to start a fire safely when camping.
- The sparks from the camp stove were enough to start a fire in the dry grass.
Meaning
The act of triggering the combustion of materials to create fire.
Synonyms
- ignite
- kindle
- light
- set ablaze
- spark
