Meaning of conflagrate in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Verb

    conflagrate

    Definitions

    1. cause to start burning

    Examples

    • « The setting sun kindled the sky with oranges and reds »

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  2. 2. start to burn or burst into flames

    Examples

    • « Marsh gases ignited suddenly »
    • « The oily rags combusted spontaneously »

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