Igniter

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Any device that is used to ignite something, especially a fuel mixture, or a charge of explosive
  2. 2
    a device for lighting or igniting fuel or charges or fires wordnet
  3. 3
    a substance used to ignite or kindle a fire wordnet

Synonyms

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brandfirebrandflambeauflintignitorlight

Example

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"In a solid rocket, the propellants are mixed together and packed into a solid cylinder. Under normal temperature conditions, the propellants do not burn; but they will burn when exposed to a source of heat provided by an igniter. Once the burning starts, it proceeds until all the propellant is exhausted."

Etymology

From ignite + -er.

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