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adjective 
  1. spontaneous, spontaneously ignite, igniting in air, especially when in a finely divided state
  2. producing sparks, especially by friction
  3. (fire investigation) Able to oxidize with expose, exposure to atmosphere, atmospheric oxygen at normal temperature, temperatures.
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    Etymology: From the terms (meaning fire) and phor (meaning carry)


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