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friction match
noun as in match lit by striking
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Mention of the friction match opens to us one broad vista of nineteenth century progress, too great to be more than glanced at.
The phosphorus friction-match of the present day was first introduced on a commercial scale in 1833.
The modern phosphorus friction match came into use about 1833.
Secured behind one of her ears was a cigarette, while a friction match protruded from the other, ready for use.
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On this page you'll find 9 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to friction match, such as: congreve, congreve match, fusee, locofoco, lucifer match, and safety match.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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