safety match

safety match

n. A match that can be lighted only by being struck against a chemically prepared friction surface.

safety match

n a match that will light only when struck against a specially prepared surface

safe′ty match`

n. a match designed to ignite only when rubbed on a specially prepared surface. [1860–65]

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Noun

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safety match - a paper match that strikes only on a specially prepared surfacebook matchesfriction match, match, lucifer - lighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with friction; "he always carries matches to light his pipe"; "as long you've a lucifer to light your fag"

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