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Definition of: kindle
(kin′dəl) v. ·dled, ·dling v.t.
1. To cause (a flame, fire, etc.) to burn; light.
2. To set fire to; ignite.
3. To excite or inflame, as the feelings or passions.
4. To make bright or glowing as if with flame.
—v.i.
5. To take fire; start burning.
6. To become excited or inflamed.
7. To become bright or glowing. See synonyms under BURN1. [ON kynda]
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