Meaning & Definition of word "Matchbook"
Matchbook
/ˈmæʧˌbʊk/
noun:
- 1. A small book or pad containing matches, typically used to light cigarettes or other items.
- Example: He pulled a matchbook from his pocket to light the candle on the dinner table.
- 2. A promotional item, often featuring a company's logo or advertisement, printed on the cover of a matchbook.
- Example: The restaurant gave out matchbooks with their logo to promote their new menu.
- 3. A collection of matches that are bound together in a small booklet.
- Example: She used a matchbook to start a fire in the fireplace on a chilly evening.
Etymology
●The combination of 'match' (small stick that produces a flame) and 'book' (a set of printed pages bound together).
Common Phrases and Expressions
light a match:
to ignite a match for starting a fire.
strike a match:
to create a flame by pulling the match against a striking surface.
burn the matchbook:
to waste resources or to act recklessly.
Related Words
match:
a thin stick that produces a flame when struck against a specially prepared surface.
fire:
the chemical reaction of combustion, producing heat and light.
spark:
a small fiery particle.
Slang Meanings of matchbook
Meaning: A term used in some communities for a small pack of matches.
● Example Sentence: I need to grab a matchbook from the drawer.
Meaning: Colloquially refers to anything that can ignite a situation.
● Example Sentence: That comment was a real matchbook for drama!