Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tinder
noun
/ˈtɪndər/
Definition
Tinder refers to dry material, such as twigs or grass, that is used to help start a fire.
Examples
- To start the campfire, he gathered some tinder along with larger pieces of wood.
- She used a small pile of tinder to light the stove quickly.
Meaning
In a broader sense, tinder can also refer to anything that can easily ignite or spark interest.
Synonyms
- kindling
- dry grass
- flammable material
