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flashpoint

English

Alternative forms

flash point

Etymology

flash +? point

Noun

flashpoint (plural flashpoints)

  1. The lowest temperature at which a liquid can form an ignitable mixture in air near the surface of the liquid.
  2. (figuratively) A hotspot; a dangerous place of violent political unrest
  3. A time and place when violence or conflict suddenly arises.

Synonyms

  • (figurative sense): hotspot, troublespot

Translations

References

  • Joe Miller (24 January 2018) , “Davos jargon: A crime against the English language?”, in BBC News?[2], BBC

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troublespot

English

Alternative forms

  • trouble spot

Etymology

trouble +? spot

Noun

troublespot (plural troublespots)

  1. A location of difficulties or hostilities; a hot spot; a flashpoint.

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