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igniter

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/ɪɡˈnaɪtər/ · ig-ni-ter

A device or substance that ignites or sets something on fire.

Meanings

nountechnical

A device or substance that ignites or sets something on fire.

ایک آلہ یا مادّہ جو کسی چیز کو آگ لگا دیتا ہے۔

آتش گیر

aatesh geer

Synonyms

ignition sourcefire starterflame initiatorآتش زنیآگ لگانے والاشعلہ زن

Antonyms

extinguishersuppressorquencherبجھانے والاخاموش کرنے والاروکنے والا

Common Collocations

  • spark igniter
  • electronic igniter
  • match igniter

Example Sentences

The igniter in the gas stove ensures a quick flame.

گھریلو چولہے میں آتش گیر تیز شعلہ کو یقینی بناتا ہے۔

Gharilo chulhay mein aatesh geer tez shola ko yaqini banata hai.

In the engine, the igniter is crucial for combustion.

انجن میں آتش گیر دہن کے لئے اہم ہے۔

Engine mein aatesh geer dahan ke liye ahem hai.

Ensure the igniter is functioning before starting the fire.

آگ لگانے سے پہلے یہ چیک کریں کہ آتش گیر کام کر رہا ہے۔

Aag laganay se pehle yeh check karein ke aatesh geer kaam kar raha hai.

Easily Confused With

ignition:Ignition refers to the act of setting something on fire, while an igniter is a specific device that causes ignition.

Word Family

ignite
verbآگ لگانا
ignition
nounاجالا

See Also

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'ignite' as a spark igniting a fire.

Picture a match being struck to create a flame.

📖 Etymology

Origin: Latin "ignitare" — to set on fire

First known use: 20th century

The term 'igniter' comes from the Latin verb 'ignitare', which means 'to set on fire'. It entered English usage in the context of devices that create fire or ignite a flame.