Definition of "flame" in English

noun

1. The visible part of fire; a stream of burning vapour or gas, emitting light and heat.

2. A romantic partner or lover in a usually short-lived but passionate affair.

3. (Internet, somewhat dated) An aggressively insulting criticism or remark.

4. A brilliant reddish orange-gold fiery colour.

5. A brilliant reddish orange-gold fiery colour. flame:

6. (music, chiefly lutherie) The contrasting light and dark figure seen in wood used for stringed instrument making; the curl.

   • The cello has a two-piece back with a beautiful narrow flame.

7. Burning zeal, passion, imagination, excitement, or anger.

8. (obsolete, botany) A variety of carnation.

adjective

1. Of a brilliant reddish orange-gold colour, like that of a flame.

verb

1. To produce flames; to burn with a flame or blaze.

2. To burst forth like flame; to break out in violence of passion; to be kindled with zeal or ardour.

3. (Internet, ambitransitive) To post a destructively critical or abusive message (to somebody).

   • I flamed him for spamming in my favourite newsgroup.