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US/ˈlaɪ.tər/
UK/ˈlaɪ.tə/
a small device that makes a flame, used for lighting cigarettes or candles
In context
Airport security took my lighter out of my hand luggage.
Does anyone have a lighter? I need to light the birthday candles.
Keep matches and lighters away from small children.
Words that go with lighter
noun + noun
- cigarette lighterSome old cars still have a cigarette lighter in the dashboard.
- gas lighterWe use a gas lighter to start the kitchen stove.
- lighter fluidHe bought a small can of lighter fluid for his old silver lighter.
adjective + noun
- plastic lighterCheap plastic lighters can be dangerous if they get too hot.
- disposable lighterDisposable lighters are cheap but create a lot of plastic waste.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Can you give me the fire?Correct: Can you give me a lighter? / Have you got a light?