matchbook

• Pequeno estojo de papelão que contém palitos de fósforo presos em uma cartela, geralmente usado para acender cigarros ou outras coisas.

A noun referring to a small folder of paper safety matches, typically used for lighting cigarettes or other purposes.

1. Small folder of matchesB1formal

   A small cardboard folder containing paper matches, often used for lighting cigarettes or candles.

   livro de fósforos

   • He picked up a matchbook from the hotel lobby.
   • She struck a match from the matchbook to light the candle.
   • The matchbook had a colorful advertisement on the cover.