 combustion |
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| 1. | [ noun ] (chemistry) a process in which a substance reacts with oxygen to give heat and light | |
| Synonyms: | burning | |
| Related terms: | oxidation fire internal_combustion deflagration burn | |
| 2. | [ noun ] a state of violent disturbance and excitement | |
| Examples: | "combustion grew until revolt was unavoidable" |
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| Related terms: | tumult | |
| 3. | [ noun ] the act of burning something | |
| Synonyms: | burning | |
| Examples: | "the burning of leaves was prohibited by a town ordinance" |
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| Related terms: | change_of_integrity arson ignition incineration burn | |
| Similar spelling: |
combust confusion combustive combustible confusing Combest confusingly conviction convection confection compaction |
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