lighter fluid

American  

noun

1. a combustible fluid used in cigarette, cigar, and pipe lighters.

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Etymology

Origin of lighter fluid

First recorded in 1950–55

Example Sentences

To keep the bonfire going for a while, Eras said it’s worth bringing three to four bundles of firewood, matches or lighter fluid, and anything else you may need to get the fire started.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 30, 2023

“Throw a little lighter fluid on the fire if you wish,” he said.

From Washington Times • Mar. 20, 2023

Kingsford recommends using one to two ounces of lighter fluid per pound of charcoal.

From Salon • Jun. 19, 2022

I don’t like dealing with lighter fluid, and buying lighters only to toss them out later is a waste.

From Fox News • Mar. 24, 2022

He found a bottle of water purification pills, a first-aid kit, a pocketknife, matches, and lighter fluid.

From "The House of the Scorpion" by Nancy Farmer