combustion

  1. Noun.  (chemistry) The act or process of burning.
  2. Noun.  A process where two chemicals are combined to produce heat.
  3. Noun.  A process wherein a fuel is combined with oxygen, usually at high temperature, releasing heat.
  4. Noun.  (figuratively) Violent agitation, tumult.

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