Matchstick (noun)

1. A thin wooden stick coated with a material that ignites when rubbed against a rough surface, used to light a fire or cigarette.
2. A thin stick used for starting a fire.

Origin:

Mid 19th century: from match + stick.

Examples:

1. He took out a matchstick from the matchbox and struck it against the rough surface.
2. The little boy enjoyed building wooden structures using matchsticks.
3. The matchstick was too short to reach the wick of the candle.
4. The matchstick was used to light the fire in the fireplace.
5. The matchstick burned down to the fingers, causing a painful burn.