matchbook

Portable friction flames

A matchbook is a small cardboard folder containing a row of paper matches, with a striking surface on the outside.

Common as promotional items, matchbooks were once ubiquitous at restaurants, bars, and hotels: She collected matchbooks from every place they visited.

The matches tear out individually along a perforated edge.

firelighting

strike

Forceful impact or stoppage

  • frictionResistance between touching surfaces
  • igniteStart burning something
  • sparkTiny fiery particle

flame · sulfur · phosphorus · striker · flint · kindling · tinder · light · burn · combustion

collecting

ephemera

Disposables preserved as collectibles

nostalgia · keepsake · souvenir · collector · curiosities · rarities · auctions · preservation · heritage · treasure

advertising

branding

Creating distinctive identity

imprint · customized · merchandise · swag · freebie · souvenir · memento · handout · corporate · campaign

smoking

cigarette

Paper-wrapped tobacco cylinder

smoker · lighter · nicotine · pack · bar · lounge · speakeasy · diner · pocket · purse

Categories
Opposites
fire-starting method

matchbooklighter

Comparative of not heavy

Zippo · butane lighter · electric lighter · flint and steel · torch lighter

fire relationship

matchbookfire extinguisher

Portable flame suppression device

fire blanket · water · sprinkler · water bucket · fire hose

Phrases
Family

matchbox, matchbooks

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G