# ignescent

> English word · Adjective · IPA /ɪɡˈnɛsənt/

## Definitions
1. Emitting sparks of fire when struck with steel; scintillating.

## Etymology
Latin ignescens, present participle of ignescere (“to become inflamed”), from ignis (“fire”): compare French ignescent.

## Source
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