kindling
0 antonyms and opposites of kindling, grouped by meaning.
Noun — Small sticks, twigs, or other easily burnable material used to start a fire.
How to use kindling
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
gather kindling
dry kindling
a bundle of kindling
Etymology
From "kindle" plus the suffix "-ing," describing the material used for kindling a fire.
Full origin of kindling →Frequently asked questions
What does “kindling” mean?
The word “kindling” means small sticks, twigs, or other easily burnable material used to start a fire. In plain terms, the small, easily lit material — twigs, dry leaves, thin sticks — used to get a fire going before adding bigger logs.
How do you pronounce “kindling”?
“Kindling” is pronounced KIHND-lihng (/ˈkɪnd.lɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “kindling” in a sentence?
Here is “kindling” used in a sentence: “He gathered kindling before lighting the fireplace.”
What part of speech is “kindling”?
“Kindling” is a noun.