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sparks

The correct spelling is sparks.

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noun

Say it like: Spa-rks

The correct spelling is sparks. A small particle of glowing matter, either molten or on fire.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A small particle of glowing matter, either molten or on fire.
  2. 2.A short or small burst of electrical discharge.
  3. 3.A small, shining body, or transient light; a sparkle.
  4. 4.A small amount of something, such as an idea or romantic affection, that has the potential to become something greater, just as a spark can start a fire.
  5. 5.Any of various lycaenid butterflies of the Indomalayan genus Sinthusa.

verb

  1. 1.To trigger, kindle into activity (an argument, etc).
  2. 2.To light; to kindle.
  3. 3.To give off a spark or sparks.
  4. 4.Appalachian To court.
  5. 5.To woo, court; to act the gallant or beau.

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