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The exact instant nothing-much becomes everything-suddenly, with a satisfying whoomph.
means The act of setting something on fire, or sparking a sudden surge of energy, reaction, or enthusiasm.
from From Latin ignire, to set on fire, rooted in ignis, fire — the same spark that lit ignition keys and igneous rocks.
Flash pointIgnition needs a precise temperature, not just heat.
Figurative blazeDebates, romances, and crowds ignite without any flame.
Rock cousinIgneous rock shares ignis — born from molten fire.