kindle
IPA: kˈɪndʌɫ
noun
- (rare, collective) A group of kittens.
- A surname.
verb
- (transitive) To start (a fire) or light (a torch, a match, coals, etc.).
- (transitive, figuratively) To arouse or inspire (a passion, etc).
- (intransitive, figuratively) To begin to grow or take hold.
- (intransitive, of a rabbit or hare) To bring forth young; to give birth.
adjective
- (of an animal) pregnant
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Examples of "kindle" in Sentences
- The campers gathered around the fire pit to kindle a roaring blaze
- Her passion for literature would always kindle a fire in her soul
- The soft glow of the candles helped to kindle a romantic atmosphere
- As the sun set, the golden light seemed to kindle the trees into flames
- His smile never failed to kindle a warm feeling in her heart
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