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flame

The correct spelling is flame.

How to pronounce flame

/fleɪm/
noun

IPA: /fleɪm/

Say it like: Fla-me

The correct spelling is flame. The visible part of fire; a stream of burning vapour or gas, emitting light and heat. For example: "The cello has a two-piece back with a beautiful narrow flame."

Usage Examples

The cello has a two-piece back with a beautiful narrow flame.

I flamed him for spamming in my favourite newsgroup.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The visible part of fire; a stream of burning vapour or gas, emitting light and heat.
  2. 2.A romantic partner or lover in a usually short-lived but passionate affair.
  3. 3.Intentionally insulting criticism or remark meant to incite anger.
  4. 4.A brilliant reddish orange-gold fiery colour.
  5. 5.The contrasting light and dark figure seen in wood used for stringed instrument making; the curl.

verb

  1. 1.To produce flames; to burn with a flame or blaze.
  2. 2.To burst forth like flame; to break out in violence of passion; to be kindled with zeal or ardour.
  3. 3.To post a destructively critical or abusive message (to somebody).

adjective

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

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