Definition of tinderboxes

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  • tinderboxes is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 21
  • tinderboxes is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 21
  • tinderboxes is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 23

Definition of tinderboxes

  • a box for holding tinder (noun)
  • a dangerous state of affairs; a situation that is a potential source of violence (noun)

    Examples

    1. the Balkans are the tinderbox of Europe

See definition of tinderboxes in Merriam Webster