English dictionary

ignition

/I/g'n/I//S//@/n/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

the process of initiating combustion or catching fire

noun.process

Source: WordNet 3.0
the mechanism that ignites the fuel in an internal-combustion engine

noun.artifact

Synonyms ignition system

Source: WordNet 3.0
the act of setting something on fire

noun.act

Synonyms firing inflammation kindling lighting

Source: WordNet 3.0
The act of igniting, kindling, or setting on fire.

noun

Source: webster1913