combustion meaning and definition

COMBUSTION noun

Definition of combustion (noun)

1. a process in which a substance reacts with oxygen to give heat and light
   • synonyms: burning
2. a state of violent disturbance and excitement
   • "combustion grew until revolt was unavoidable"
3. the act of burning something
   • "the burning of leaves was prohibited by a town ordinance"
   • synonyms: burning