verb (intransitive) as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

ignite, start a fire, cause a blaze

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Example Sentences

Example:To prevent mashburns, firefighters work to identify and ignite danger spots in advance.

Definition:To set on fire or to start burning, usually accidentally.

From ignite

Example:The hiker was heavily criticized for starting a fire, which could be classified as a mashburn in a forested area.

Definition:To begin a fire, often accidentally.

From start a fire

Example:The negligent act of leaving a campfire unattended caused a mashburn and a subsequent large-scale blaze.

Definition:To create or bring about a fire, especially one that is not intended or controlled.

From cause a blaze