Tinderbox

Noun

Definitions

1.NounA small container containing flint, steel, and tinder (dry, finely-divided fibrous matter), once used to help kindle a fire.

2.NounA place that is so dry and hot that there is danger of fire.

3.NounA potentially dangerous situation.

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