tinder
noun
UK/ˈtɪn.dəʳ/
US/ˈtɪn.dɚ/
Definitions of tinder noun
- Uncountable
easily combustible material used to start a fire
They used dry bark as tinder to start the fire.
In dry conditions, any tinder can quickly ignite.
He carefully placed the tinder under the firewood, ready to light it.