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Meaning & Definition of Kindle in English

English

Kindle

to ignite or cause to ignite


Pronunciation:

/ˈkɪndəl/

Part of Speech:

verb

Detailed Definitions

  • Definition: to light or set fire to something

    Example Sentence: She used a match to kindle the fire in the fireplace.

  • Definition: to excite or stir up (an emotion or feeling)

    Example Sentence: The speech kindled a sense of hope among the audience.

  • Definition: to cause to begin burning

    Example Sentence: The dry leaves kindled quickly under the sun.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English 'kindlen', from 'kin' + 'dlen', possibly meaning to light up or illuminate.

Synonyms

ignitelightsparkarousestimulate

Common Phrases and Expressions

  • kindle one's interest: to spark someone's curiosity or enthusiasm
  • kindle a flame: to ignite a passion or emotion
  • kindle a fire: to start a fire, literally or metaphorically

Translations

  • Spanish: encender
  • French: enflammer
  • German: entzünden
  • Russian: разжигать

Related Words

  • ignition: the act of starting a fire or an engine
  • flame: a hot glowing body of ignited gas that is generated by something on fire
  • arouse: to awaken or provoke a feeling or response