matchlit

English

Etymology

match +‎ lit

Adjective

matchlit (not comparable)

  1. (rare) Lit by means of a match.
    • 2006, Michael Grunwald, The swamp: the Everglades, Florida, and the politics of paradise:
      Spanish soldiers with matchlit muskets quietly surrounded the Indians...
    • 2007, Michelle De Kretser, The Lost Dog:
      The unofficial past flared more vividly, illuminated in matchlit glimpses.
    • 2008, William Martin, The Lost Constitution:
      Though his teeth were chattering, he managed to call to one matchlit shadow. "Where are you hurt, Lieutenant?" "In the foot," said George.
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