Kindling

Pronunciation: /ˈkaɪnd.lɪŋ/

Definitions of kindling

noun small sticks or twigs used for starting a fire

Example Sentences

A1 Kindling is small sticks or twigs used for starting a fire.

A2 She gathered some kindling to start the campfire.

B1 The hiker collected dry leaves and kindling to build a fire.

B2 Using kindling is essential for starting a fire in the wilderness.

C1 The experienced camper knew exactly how to arrange the kindling for a quick and efficient fire.

C2 The survival expert demonstrated various techniques for gathering and using kindling in harsh environments.

Examples of kindling in a Sentence

formal The campers gathered dry kindling to start the fire.

informal We need some kindling to get this fire going.

slang Grab some twigs and stuff, that'll work as kindling.

figurative Their argument was like kindling to a fire, quickly escalating into a heated debate.

Grammatical Forms of kindling

• past tense: kindled
• plural: kindlings
• comparative: more kindling
• superlative: most kindling
• present tense: kindles
• future tense: will kindle
• perfect tense: have kindled
• continuous tense: is kindling
• singular: kindling
• positive degree: kindling
• infinitive: to kindle
• gerund: kindling
• participle: kindled

Origin and Evolution of kindling

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Old Norse

Story behind the word: The word 'kindling' originated from the Old Norse word 'kyndill', which means 'candle'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'kindling' shifted from referring to candles to small sticks or twigs used to start a fire.