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Ignite vs Noncombustible - What's the difference?

ignite | noncombustible |

As a verb ignite

is to set fire to (something), to light (something).

As an adjective noncombustible is

that will not readily ignite and burn.

ignite

English

Verb

(ignit)
  • to set fire to (something), to light (something)
  • to spark off (something), to enthuse
  • to commence burning.
  • (chemistry) To subject to the action of intense heat; to heat strongly; often said of incombustible or infusible substances.
  • to ignite iron or platinum

    Anagrams

    * English ergative verbs ----

    noncombustible

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • That will not readily ignite and burn