Kindle (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

verb (used with object), kin·dled, kin·dling.
  1. to start (a fire); cause (a flame, blaze, etc.) to begin burning.
  2. to set fire to or ignite (fuel or any combustible matter).
  3. to excite; stir up or set going; animate; rouse; inflame: He kindled their hopes of victory.
  4. to light up, illuminate, or make bright: Happiness kindled her eyes.
verb (used without object), kin·dled, kin·dling.
  1. to begin to burn, as combustible matter, a light, fire, or flame.
  2. to become aroused or animated.
  3. to become lighted up, bright, or glowing, as the sky at dawn or the eyes with ardor.
verb (used with object), kin·dled, kin·dling.
  1. (of animals, especially rabbits) to bear (young); produce (offspring).
verb (used without object), kin·dled, kin·dling.
  1. (of animals, especially rabbits) to give birth, as to a litter.
noun
  1. a litter of kittens, rabbits, etc.
verb
  1. to set alight or start to burn
  2. to arouse or be aroused
  3. to make or become bright
noun
  1. a portable electronic device for downloading and reading books
Kindle (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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