George Washington
n : 1st President of the United States; commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolution (1732-1799) [syn: Washington, George Washington, President Washington]

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Combustion
n 1: a process in which a substance reacts with oxygen to give heat and light [syn: burning] 2: a state of violent disturbance and excitement; "combustion grew until revolt was unavoidable" 3: the act of burning something; "the burning of leaves was prohibited by a town ordinance" [syn: burning]

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Steel
n 1: an alloy of iron with small amounts of carbon; widely used in construction; mechanical properties can be varied over a wide range 2: a cutting or thrusting weapon with a long blade [syn: sword, blade, brand] 3: knife sharpener consisting of a ridged steel rod v 1: get ready for something difficult or unpleasant [syn: nerve] 2: cover, plate, or edge with steel

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