English
Etymology
Originally a brand name for matches made by Samuel Jones from 1830, soon used generically for self-igniting matches of any brand.
Noun
en-noun
- UK obsolete A self-igniting match, ie. one which could be light|lit by strike|striking on any surface (as opposed to safety matches which only light against the material on the side of the box).
#: 1915: While you've a lucifer to light your fag,<br>Smile, boys, that's the style.<br> — w:George Asaf|George Asaf, song Pack up your Troubles
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