n. [ L. combustio: cf. F. combustion. ]
Combustion results in common cases from the mutual chemical action and reaction of the combustible and the oxygen of the atmosphere, whereby a new compound is formed. Ure. [ 1913 Webster ]
Supporter of combustion (Chem.),
There [ were ] great combustions and divisions among the heads of the university. Mede. [ 1913 Webster ]
But say from whence this new combustion springs. Dryden. [ 1913 Webster ]
. (Mech.)