Definition of ember
1 : a glowing fragment (as of coal) from a fire; especially : one smoldering in ashes
2 embers plural : the smoldering remains of a fire
3 embers plural : slowly dying or fading emotions, memories, ideas, or responses still capable of being revived the embers of his past
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In this Aug. 17, 2016, file photo, embers from a wildfire smolder along Lytle Creek Road near Keenbrook, Calif.
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A vibrant mix of old and young stars burned up with only the faint embers — dying, cool, red dwarfs — left.
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Besides keeping people from falling into seasonal pits of despair, Sunn’s warmer, ember light settings could coax better sleeping habits out users.
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Origin and Etymology of ember
Middle English eymere, from Old Norse eimyrja; akin to Old English ǣmerge ashes, Latin urere to burn
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: a glowing piece of coal or wood from a fire
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: a glowing piece of coal or wood in the ashes from a fire
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