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Definition
Flashover; the near-simultaneous ignition of most of the directly exposed combustible material in an enclosed area.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the rapid, simultaneous ignition of combustible materials in a room when temperatures reach a critical point. It is a technical term used primarily in fire safety and emergency services contexts rather than casual conversation. You will most often hear it in news reports about building fires or during fire safety training sessions.
Examples
This spot is very dangerous, a flashover could happen at any time.
The firefighters said a flashover occurred at the scene.
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