n.
1.a spirally grooved spindle in a clock that counteracts the diminishing power of the uncoiling mainspring
2.a colored flare used as a warning signal by trucks and trains
3.a friction match with a large head that will stay alight in the wind
4.any igniter that is used to initiate the burning of a propellant
Idiom of the Day
get by (on something)
to be able to satisfy your needs with a certain amount of something (usually related to money)
The man is able to get by on his small salary because he does not spend much money.
