combustion (n.)

  1. a process in which a substance reacts with oxygen to give heat and light

    [ Syn: burning ]

  2. a state of violent disturbance and excitement; combustion grew until revolt was unavoidable'

  3. the act of burning something; the burning of leaves was prohibited by a town ordinance

    [ Syn: burning ]

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