'Ignition' definitions:

Definition of 'ignition'

From: WordNet
noun
The process of initiating combustion or catching fire
noun
The mechanism that ignites the fuel in an internal-combustion engine [syn: ignition, ignition system]
noun
The act of setting something on fire [syn: ignition, firing, lighting, kindling, inflammation]

Definition of 'Ignition'

From: GCIDE
  • Ignition \Ig*ni"tion\, n. [Cf. F. ignition.]
  • 1. The act of igniting, kindling, or setting on fire. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. The state of being ignited or kindled. --Sir T. Browne. [1913 Webster]

Synonyms of 'ignition'

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