Kindle definition
To catch fire.
verb
To become excited.
verb
To cause to glow; light up.
The sunset kindled the skies.
verb
To catch fire; burst into flame.
verb
A brood or litter, especially of kittens.
noun
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To set on fire; ignite.
verb
To light (a fire)
verb
To arouse or excite (interest, feelings, etc.)
verb
To become bright.
Eyes kindling with joy.
verb
Kindle is defined as to start a fire, flame or light.
An example of kindle is to start up the fireplace.
verb
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The definition of a Kindle is an electronic book reader.
An example of Kindle is the device used by people to read ebooks which they have purchased online.
noun
To build or fuel (a fire).
verb
To set fire to; ignite.
verb
To become bright; glow.
verb
To become inflamed.
verb
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To be stirred up; rise.
verb
To give birth to young. Used especially of rabbits.
verb
To cause to light up; make bright.
verb
(dial.) To give birth to (young)
verb
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To start (a fire) or light (a torch, a match, coals, etc.).
Please kindle a fire in the barbecue.
verb
(figuratively) To arouse or inspire (a passion, etc).
He kindled an enthusiasm for the project in his fellow workers.
verb
Holland.
The poor beast had but lately kindled.
verb
To arouse (an emotion, for example).
verb
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Other Word Forms
Noun
Singular:
kindle
Plural:
kindlesOrigin of kindle
- Middle English kindelen (influenced by kindelen to give birth to, cause) probably from Old Norse kynda
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
- Middle English kindelen from kindel offspring from Old English gecynd kind2
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
- From Old Norse kynda
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