Definition of flame
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: the glowing gaseous part of a fire
2a
: a state of blazing combustion
the car burst into flame
b
: a condition or appearance suggesting a flame or burning: such as
(1)
: burning zeal or passion
(2)
: a strong reddish-orange color
3
: brilliance, brightness
6
: an angry, hostile, or abusive electronic message
flame
verb
flamed; flaming
Definition of flame (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: to burn with a flame : blaze
2a
: to burst or break out violently or passionately
flaming with indignation
b
: to send an angry, hostile, or abusive electronic message
3
: to shine brightly : glow
color flaming up in her cheeks
1
: to send or convey by means of flame
flame a message by signal fires
3
: to send an angry, hostile, or abusive electronic message to or about
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The first known use of flame was in the 14th century
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