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
4 : sweetheart
6 : an angry, hostile, or abusive electronic message
flame
verbflamed; 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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