Combustion

noun

/kəmˈbʌs.tʃən/

Word Frequency: 6.6

Definitions

1.nounThe act or process of burning.

2.nounA process where two chemicals are combined to produce heat.

3.nounA process wherein a fuel is combined with oxygen, usually at high temperature, releasing heat.

4.nounViolent agitation, tumult.

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