Meaning of conflagrate in English

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 »
2. 2. start to burn or burst into flames

   Examples

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