Description

 A lighter is a portable device used to create a flame, and to ignite a variety of combustible materials, such as cigars, gas stoves, fireworks, candles, or cigarettes. It consists of metal or plastic container filled with a flammable fluid or pressurized liquid gas, a means of ignition to produce the flame, and some provision for extinguishing the flame. Alternatively, a lighter can be powered by electricity, using an electric arc or heating element to ignite the target.

A disposable lighter is usually relatively inexpensive, made of plastic and is filled with a one-time-use fuel. Unlike other types of lighters, the disposable cannot be refilled and is usually just thrown away when empty. The lighters generally use a flint and wheel spark and a supply of gaseous fuel that comes from within the lighter as long as the thumb button is depressed. The average disposable lighter is not very effective in windy situations and is generally made with less durable materials. Still, these lighters are very popular because of their price and the wide range of designs they are available in.