meaning of ignite
1. To kindle or set on fire; as, to ignite paper or wood.
2. To subject to the action of intense heat; to heat strongly; -- often said of incombustible or infusible substances; as, to ignite iron or platinum.
3. To take fire; to begin to burn.
4. arouse or excite feelings and passions; "The ostentatious way of living of the rich ignites the hatred of the poor"; "The refugees fate stirred up compassion around the world"; "Wake old feelings of
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