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Entry 2 senses Webster, 1913

Flash point

/flăsh point/ · Flash· point · IPA /ˈflæʃ ˌpɔɪnt/
01 n. the lowest temperature at which the vapors given off by a volatile liquid exposed to air will burst into flame when approached by a flame. …
  1. 1.
    the lowest temperature at which the vapors given off by a volatile liquid exposed to air will burst into flame when approached by a flame. Also called flashing point. Also: <cref>flashing point</cref>
  2. 2.
    That point in time or that degree of provocation at which someone will suddenly begin to act vigorously; -- often used in reference to angry reactions.