Tinder
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈtɪn.dəː/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Tinder is a noun meaning Small dry sticks and finely-divided fibrous matter etc., used to help light a fire.
Meaning
Small dry sticks and finely-divided fibrous matter etc., used to help light a fire.
More Meanings
- (transitive) To set fire to; torch.
Example Sentences
Strike on the Tinder, hoa: / Giue me a Taper: […]
Is heaven a murderer when its lightning strikes a would-be murderer in his bed, tindering sheets and skin together?
Word Forms
- tinders
- tindering
- tindered
Synonyms for tinder
Depending on context, synonyms include punk, spunk, kindling, touchwood.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include kindling, touchwood, spunk, punk, fire-plough, matchwood.
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