friction match
noun
1.
a kind of match tipped with a compound that ignites by friction.
Origin
1830-40,
Americanism
Examples from the web for
friction match
New ignition sources were introduced, such as the steam-driven locomotive and the
friction match
.
British Dictionary definitions for
friction match
friction match
noun
1.
a match that ignites as a result of the heat produced by friction when it is struck on a rough surface
See also
safety match