Visual meaning of 'igniting'? - learn with images, example in daily life

Visual illustration of igniting: To set fire to (something), to light (something) - Image 1

igniting: To set fire to (something), to light (something) - Thumbnail 1

igniting: To set fire to (something), to light (something) - Thumbnail 2

verb

To set fire to (something), to light (something)

"He was careful when igniting the campfire with a match. "

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Visual illustration of igniting: To spark off (something), to trigger - Image 1

igniting: To spark off (something), to trigger - Thumbnail 1

igniting: To spark off (something), to trigger - Thumbnail 2

verb

To spark off (something), to trigger

"Her passionate speech ignited a lively debate in the classroom. "

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Visual illustration of igniting: To commence burning. - Image 1

igniting: To commence burning. - Thumbnail 1

igniting: To commence burning. - Thumbnail 2

verb

To commence burning.

"The camper was careful igniting the firewood for the campfire. "

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Visual illustration of igniting: To subject to the action of intense heat; to heat strongly; often said of incombustible or infusible substances.

verb

To subject to the action of intense heat; to heat strongly; often said of incombustible or infusible substances.

"to ignite iron or platinum"

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