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combusting

UK
/kəmˈbʌstɪŋ/
US
/kəmˈbʌstɪŋ/

Translations

combustingadjective
UK
/kəmˈbʌstɪŋ/
US
/kəmˈbʌstɪŋ/
en combustionSe dit d’un objet en train de brûler.
The combusting logs in the fireplace provided warmth on the cold winter night.
Les bûches en combustion dans la cheminée apportaient de la chaleur durant la froide nuit d'hiver.
Synonyms
burning
aflame
alight
flaming
ignited
inflamed
smoldering
glowing
incandescent
combustverb

combusting

Gerund

combusted
Past Simple
combusted
Past Participle
combusting
Gerund
UK
/kəmˈbʌst/
US
/kəmˈbʌst/
The dry leaves can easily combust if exposed to a spark.
Les feuilles sèches peuvent facilement brûler si elles sont exposées à une étincelle.
Additional translations
s'enflammerSens figuré.
Synonyms
burn
set fire to
explode
flare
ignite

Definitions

combustingadjective
Undergoing the process of burning.
The combusting logs in the fireplace provided warmth on the cold winter night.
combustverb
To catch fire and burn.
The dry leaves can easily combust if exposed to a spark.
To cause something to catch fire and burn.
The chemist carefully measured the substances to ensure they would not combust during the experiment.
To undergo a chemical reaction that produces heat and light.
The fuel will combust when mixed with oxygen in the engine.
(figurative) To become suddenly and violently emotional, especially with anger or excitement.
If he finds out they broke his trophy, he's going to combust.
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