arsonite en · NOUN
Etymology
From arson + -ite.
Meanings
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(dated) An arsonist.
Incendiarism is a major fire problem in many cities; Mr. Fairtrace here recommends needed changes in insurance and fire protection methods. […] the experienced arsonite could expect at least $1,000 profit on each fire.
1933, Public Management, volume 15, page 263:The fireman knows the marks of the arsonite. If there are any footprints left behind, he will discern them at once.
1917, Proceedings of the annual meeting of the Fire Underwriters' Association of the Pacific:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| arsonites | Number=Plur | lexicographic |