vesuvian

noun ve·su·vi·an \və-ˈsü-vē-ən\

Definition of VESUVIAN

: a match used especially formerly for lighting cigars

Vesuvian

First Known Use: 1853

adjective Ve·su·vi·an \və-ˈsü-vē-ən\

: of, relating to, or resembling the volcano Vesuvius

: marked by sudden outbursts <has a Vesuvian temper, but quickly controls himself — Sidney Shalett>

1661

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