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Definition of Combustion
1. Noun. A process in which a substance reacts with oxygen to give heat and light.
Exact synonyms: Burning
Specialized synonyms: Deflagration, Fire, Flame, Flaming, Internal Combustion
Generic synonyms: Oxidation, Oxidisation, Oxidization
Derivative terms: Combust
Specialized synonyms: Deflagration, Fire, Flame, Flaming, Internal Combustion
Generic synonyms: Oxidation, Oxidisation, Oxidization
Derivative terms: Combust
2. Noun. A state of violent disturbance and excitement. "Combustion grew until revolt was unavoidable"
3. Noun. The act of burning something. "The burning of leaves was prohibited by a town ordinance"
Exact synonyms: Burning
Generic synonyms: Change Of Integrity
Specialized synonyms: Arson, Fire-raising, Incendiarism, Firing, Ignition, Inflammation, Kindling, Lighting, Incineration
Derivative terms: Combust
Generic synonyms: Change Of Integrity
Specialized synonyms: Arson, Fire-raising, Incendiarism, Firing, Ignition, Inflammation, Kindling, Lighting, Incineration
Derivative terms: Combust
Definition of Combustion
1. n. The state of burning.
Definition of Combustion
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Medical Definition of Combustion
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