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Flame

noun
/fleɪm/
Word Frequency: 10.8

Definitions

1.nounThe visible part of fire; a stream of burning vapour or gas, emitting light and heat.
2.nounA romantic partner or lover in a usually short-lived but passionate affair.
3.nounIntentionally insulting criticism or remark meant to incite anger.
4.nounA brilliant reddish orange-gold fiery colour.
5.nounThe contrasting light and dark figure seen in wood used for stringed instrument making; the curl.
"The cello has a two-piece back with a beautiful narrow flame."
6.nounBurning zeal, passion, imagination, excitement, or anger.
7.verbTo produce flames; to burn with a flame or blaze.
8.verbTo burst forth like flame; to break out in violence of passion; to be kindled with zeal or ardour.
9.verbTo post a destructively critical or abusive message (to somebody).
"I flamed him for spamming in my favourite newsgroup."
10.adjectiveOf a brilliant reddish orange-gold colour, like that of a flame.

Synonyms

fireflarefireballignitionblazewildfireablazeflammabilitycandletorchinflammationburning

Rhymes With

proclaimdameframeexclaimshameacclaimaflamesame
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