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Meaning of kindling
The primary meaning of the word "kindling" refers to small twigs, dry leaves, and other combustible materials used for starting a fire.
Etymology of kindling
The word "kindling" has its roots in Old English "cyndan" meaning to make to burn, and is related to the word "candle"
Historically, the term has been used to describe materials used to start fires, and has also been used figuratively to describe the spark or motivation that sets something in motion
Synonyms
tinder
fuel
firewood
sparks
embers
flame
blaze
ignition
inflammation
incitement
provocation
instigation
motivation
inspiration
stimulation
encouragement
incendiary
combustible
flammable
inflammatory
provocative
motivating
inspiring
stimulating
encouraging
igniting
firing
blazing
burning
glowing
smoldering
simmering
Definitions
- Small twigs, dry leaves, and other combustible materials used for starting a fire
- * A feeling or situation that makes someone want to do something or that makes something happen
Usage Examples
- The campers gathered kindling to start a fire for the night
- * The news of the company's financial troubles was the kindling that sparked a wave of layoffs