tinderbox | Amarkosh

Meaning of word tinderbox from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

Meaning : A dangerous state of affairs. A situation that is a potential source of violence.

Example : The Balkans are the tinderbox of Europe.

Meaning : A box for holding tinder.

bird of jove (noun)
Any of various large keen-sighted diurnal birds of prey noted for their broad wings and strong soaring flight.

cxxx (adjective)
Being ten more than one hundred twenty.

ordinarily (adverb)
Under normal conditions.

ganesa (noun)
Hindu God of wisdom or prophecy. The God who removes obstacles.

incest (noun)
Sexual intercourse between persons too closely related to marry (as between a parent and a child).

firewood (noun)
Wood used for fuel.

profitability (noun)
The quality of affording gain or benefit or profit.

unusually (adverb)
To a remarkable degree or extent.

xxx (adjective)
Being ten more than twenty.

notably (adverb)
Especially. In particular.