flint

/flɪnt/

Definitions

1. noun

a small, hard, spark-producing stone, especially one used as an abrasive or for producing sparks when struck with steel.

“She carried a pocket-sized box of flint and steel to start her campfire.”

2. verb

to produce sparks by striking with steel, typically to ignite a fire.

“He flinted the steel to light the candles.”

Synonyms

  • sparkstone
  • stone

Antonyms

  • fire extinguisher
  • non-sparking stone