matchstick
What is another word for matchstick? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — The slender wooden or cardboard stick that forms part of a match.
We haven't recorded synonyms for matchstick yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.
How to use matchstick
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
matchstick figure
matchstick legs
Etymology
From match plus stick.
Full origin of matchstick →Frequently asked questions
What does “matchstick” mean?
The word “matchstick” means the slender wooden or cardboard stick that forms part of a match. In plain terms, the thin wooden stick part of a match, or anything shaped similarly.
How do you pronounce “matchstick”?
“Matchstick” is pronounced MACHS-tihk (/ˈmætʃstɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “matchstick” in a sentence?
Here is “matchstick” used in a sentence: “He used a matchstick to clean under his fingernail.”
What part of speech is “matchstick”?
“Matchstick” is a noun.
How many meanings does “matchstick” have?
“Matchstick” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the slender wooden or cardboard stick that forms part of a match.
