ig
ni
tion
Plural
ignitions
1
the act of setting something on fire
Synonyms:
2
the mechanism that ignites the fuel in an internal-combustion engine
Synonyms:
3
the process or act of setting something on fire or starting a combustion reaction, especially in an engine or device
- The car's ignition failed, preventing it from starting.
- He turned the key in the ignition to start the engine.
- The ignition of the rocket's engines propelled it into space.
- A faulty ignition can cause problems with starting a vehicle.
- The ignition of the match lit up the dark room.