What is another word for touchpaper?
Pronunciation: [tˈʌt͡ʃpe͡ɪpə] (IPA) 
Touchpaper refers to a thin paper strip that is used to light fireworks or explosives. This term is mostly used in British English. Some synonyms for touchpaper include fuse, wick, igniter, and taper. A fuse is a cord made of combustible material, used to ignite explosives or firearms. A wick is a cord made of cotton or another material, used for lighting candles, lamps, or lanterns. An igniter is a device used to ignite something, such as a spark plug in an engine. A taper is a thin candle made from wax or tallow, used for lighting other candles or lamps. All of these terms refer to a device used for lighting or igniting something else.
