ignition
Translation
ignition, lighting
Examples
He turned the key in the ignition.
He turned the key in the ignition.
The cause of the fire was faulty ignition.
The cause of the fire was faulty ignition.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) the system in a vehicle that starts the engine. He turned the key in the ignition.
((noun)) the action of setting something on fire. The cause of the fire was faulty ignition.
Similar Words
Synonyms: lighting, kindling, firing
Etymology
From Latin 'ignis' (fire) + '-ion', a noun suffix for an action or state. The action of igniting.
Memory Tips
The 'ignition' in a car is the system that 'ignites' the fuel. This connection makes it easy to remember.