Another word for torch
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Verb
To cause to burn or undergo combustion
- To set on fire; make blaze up
- To catch fire.
- To set afire; light.
- To become ignited; flame up:
- To bake or dry by heating, as in a kiln:
- (--- Informal) To throw or propel with force and speed:
- To cause to burn:
- To set fire to:
- To catch on fire; start burning
- To catch fire; burst into flame.
- To cause to glow; light up:
- To light (a fire)
- With little weight and few burdens:
- To provide, cover, or fill with light; illuminate:
- In a light manner; lightly.
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Another word for torch
Noun
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- A signaling device that emits a repeating sound; a pinger.
- A signal fire, especially one used to warn of an enemy's approach.
- A signaling or guiding device that emits light, such as a lighthouse.
- The sensation of perceiving light; brightness:
- An expression of the eyes:
- Traffic light
- A bright, unsteady blaze of light lasting only a little while; outburst of flame
- A device for producing a very bright light, used as a distress signal, to light up a landing field, etc.
- A brief wavering blaze of light.
- A piece of burning wood.
- A person who stirs up others to rebellion or strife
See also:
Idioms:
carry-a-torch-for
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