Definition of Ignition

the action of setting something on fire

Examples of Ignition in a sentence

Firefighters suspected arson but could not located an ignition source.  🔊

The purpose of sulfur included in gunpowder is to decrease the ignition temperature.  🔊

To take place, ignition needs heat, fuel, and oxygen.  🔊

Ignition occurred after gasoline was added to a smoldering pile of limbs in the woods.  🔊

The means to ignition can be simple, sometimes just a box and a match.  🔊

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