Lighter and Match

Lighter

Lighter noun - A substance used to ignite or kindle a fire.

Match and lighter are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Match" instead a noun "Lighter".

Match

Match noun - Lighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with friction.
Usage example: he always carries matches to light his pipe

Lighter and match are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Lighter" instead a noun "Match".

Nearby Words: matched, matching, matcher

Both words in one sentence

  • Blinded by the Light Duncan got the edge on him by blinding him with light from a match or lighter or something similar.
  • Manga / City Hunter Subverted in one OVA: Kaori's bra was explosive, but it had to be set it on fire first and Kaori had no lighter or match with her.
  • Aerosol Flamethrower Using an aerosol can, such as hairspray, with a match or lighter as a makeshift flamethrower.
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