flame: Meaning and Definition of

flame

1. burning gas or vapor, as from wood or coal, that is undergoing combustion; a portion of ignited gas or vapor.
2. Often,the state or condition of blazing combustion: to burst into flames.
3. any flamelike condition; glow; inflamed condition.
4. brilliant light; scintillating luster.
5. bright coloring; a streak or patch of color.
6. See
7. intense ardor, zeal, or passion.
8. an object of one's passionate love; sweetheart: He's taking out his new flame tonight.
9. an act or instance of angry criticism or disparagement, esp. on a computer network.

1. to burn with a flame or flames; burst into flames; blaze.
2. to glow like flame; shine brilliantly; flash.
3. to burn or burst forth with strong emotion; break into open anger, indignation, etc.
4. to enter on an electronic bulletin board text expressing opinions, gossip, etc., often in a ranting and unrestrained manner.

1. to subject to the action of flame or fire.
2. to flambé.
3. to insult or criticize angrily, esp. on a computer network.
1. (of a jet engine) to cease to function due to an interruption of the fuel supply or to faulty combustion.
2. to burst out in or as if in flames.