kindling

IPA: kˈɪndɫɪŋ

Examples of "kindling" in Sentences

I gathered some twigs and leaves to use as kindling for the campfire
The old newspaper made excellent kindling for starting the fireplace
She carefully arranged the kindling in a teepee shape to help the fire catch quickly
The pile of dry branches served as perfect kindling for the bonfire
Without any kindling, it was hard to get the wood stove to start heating up the cabin