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Definition of matchstick

matchstick

/ˈmætʃ.stɪk/
match · stick
Plural:matchsticks
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matchstick Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A thin, short piece of wood or stiff cardboard tipped with an ignitable chemical substance that produces a flame when struck against a rough or specially prepared surface; the wooden stem of a match.

Example

"He struck a matchstick against the side of the box to light the camping stove."

2

A piece of food, especially a vegetable such as a carrot or potato, cut into a very thin, uniform strip resembling the stem of a match (julienne).

Example

"Slice the peeled carrots into crisp matchsticks before tossing them into the salad."

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• Nearby Words

matchmaking
matchplay
matchpoint
matchstick
matchup
matchwood
mate

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Matchstick. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/matchstick
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