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combust

Combust (verb) means to burn up, to burn away, to consume with fire.

verb
1
To burn up, to burn away, to consume with fire.
2
To burn, to be consumed by fire; to catch fire.
3
To erupt with enthusiasm or boisterousness.
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What is the meaning of combust?

"combust" (verb) means to burn up, to burn away, to consume with fire.

What are the different meanings of combust?

"combust" has 3 main meanings: 1. To burn up, to burn away, to consume with fire; 2. To burn, to be consumed by fire; to catch fire; 3. To erupt with enthusiasm or boisterousness.

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