match-book
Noun: - A small, thin cardboard folder containing matches, typically with a striking surface on the outside for igniting them. The folder is designed to be carried easily in a pocket or purse and is often used for promotional purposes, bearing advertisements or logos.
- (A small cardboard folder with matches.)
- (A match-book used for advertising.)
"Match-book cover": The outer part of a match-book, often used for collecting or advertising.
- She collects vintage match-book covers from the 1950s. (The cardboard exterior of a match-book.)
"Match-book match": A single match from a match-book, which is typically thinner and shorter than a standard match.
- He struck a match-book match against the striking strip. (A match from a match-book.)
Matchbook (n): A common alternative spelling of "match-book," referring to the same item.
- The matchbook had a striking strip on the back. (The same as a match-book.)
Match (n): A short, thin stick of wood or cardboard coated with a combustible substance that ignites when struck against a rough surface.
- He lit the candle with a match. (A single igniting stick.)
Book of matches: A synonym for "match-book," emphasizing its book-like form.
- She bought a book of matches at the store. (A match-book.)
Match folder: A less common synonym, focusing on the folder design.
- The match folder was printed with a colorful design. (A match-book.)
"Strike a match": To ignite a match by rubbing it against a rough surface (not specific to match-books but commonly used with them).
- He struck a match from the match-book to start the campfire. (To ignite a match.)
"Out of matches": To have no matches left to use.
- The match-book was empty; he was out of matches. (No matches remaining.)