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Vocabulary Entry
flint
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A hard, sedimentary rock used to produce a spark for fire or striking tools.
Example Sentences
"The ancient people used flint to create sharp tools."
"He found a piece of flint on the beach while searching for interesting stones."
"Flint was essential in making fire in prehistoric times."
V
verb
To ignite or create a spark using flint.
Example Sentences
"They flint the fire using traditional methods."
"In survival training, we learned how to flint a fire effectively."
"He flinted the tinder until it caught a flame."