Lit match? Crossword Clue

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MATCH (noun)
1. a person who is of equal standing with another in a group
2. lighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with friction
MATCH (verb)
1. set into opposition or rivalry
2. be equal to in quality or ability
LIT (adjective)
1. set afire or burning
2. provided with artificial light
LIT (noun)
1. the humanistic study of a body of literature

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