kindle
1to start (a fire); cause (a flame, blaze, etc.) to begin burning.
to set fire to or ignite (fuel or any combustible matter).
to begin to burn, as combustible matter, a light, fire, or flame.
to become aroused or animated.
to become lighted up, bright, or glowing, as the sky at dawn or the eyes with ardor.
Origin of kindle
1synonym study For kindle
Other words for kindle
Other words from kindle
- kindler, noun
Other definitions for kindle (2 of 2)
(of animals, especially rabbits) to bear (young); produce (offspring).
(of animals, especially rabbits) to give birth, as to a litter.
a litter of kittens, rabbits, etc.
Origin of kindle
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How to use kindle in a sentence
But see there, our fire kindlers got up to the shack, all serene.
Motor Boat Boys' River Chase | Louis ArundelIt 's sinners, Patch, as is used fer kindlers, ter keep the devils in a healthy sweat.
Wappin' Wharf | Charles S. Brooks
British Dictionary definitions for kindle (1 of 2)
/ (ˈkɪndəl) /
to set alight or start to burn
to arouse or be aroused: the project kindled his interest
to make or become bright
Origin of kindle
1Derived forms of kindle
- kindler, noun
British Dictionary definitions for Kindle (2 of 2)
/ (ˈkɪndəl) /
trademark a portable electronic device for downloading and reading books
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