Flame

/fleɪm/

noun

  1. The visible part of fire; a stream of burning vapour or gas, emitting light and heat.

  2. A romantic partner or lover in a usually short-lived but passionate affair.

  3. Intentionally insulting criticism or remark meant to incite anger.

verb

  1. To produce flames; to burn with a flame or blaze.

  2. To burst forth like flame; to break out in violence of passion; to be kindled with zeal or ardour.

  3. To post a destructively critical or abusive message (to somebody).

    I flamed him for spamming in my favourite newsgroup.

adjective

  1. Of a brilliant reddish orange-gold colour, like that of a flame.

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