gaslighter

English

noun
Definitions
  • One who, or that which, lights gas.

Etymology

Compound from English gas (mixture, chemical element, flammable gaseous hydrocarbon hydrocarbon mixture used as a fuel, state of matter) + English lighter.

Origin

English

lighter

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