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Flame

noun
/fleɪm/

Meaning

a hot glowing body of ignited gas that is generated by something on fire
A hot glowing body of ignited gas that is generated by something on fire.

Example Sentences

The candle flame flickered gently in the evening breeze.

The flame from the candle lit up the dark room.

Example Expressions

add fuel to the flames

Synonyms

blaze, fire, flare, light, spark
Entry 1
blaze, fire, flare, light
Entry 2
fire, blaze, light, spark

Antonyms

darkness, shadow, cold, ice, smoke, ash
Entry 1
darkness, shadow, cold, ice
Entry 2
smoke, ash

Collocations

candle flame, flame of fire, eternal flame, burning flame, flame out
Entry 1
candle flame, flame of fire, eternal flame
Entry 2
flame of fire, candle flame, burning flame, flame out

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excessive indulgence in sensual pleasures; corruption or vice

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