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Definition glow in British English

glow verb

[intransitive] verb
/ɡləʊ/
1

to shine with a soft light

Example

His desk light glowed in the darkness of the big room.

Synonyms and related words
shine glow flash
1.1

if something very hot glows, it looks red or orange and burns without producing flames

Example

The tip of a cigarette glowed in the dark doorway.

Synonyms and related words
burn light blaze
1.2

if a place or object glows with colour, it has a lot of bright colours

Example

The interiors of the churches glow with rich colour.

Synonyms and related words
shine glow flash
2

to show strong and happy emotion, especially in your face

Example

When he talks about them, he positively glows.

Example

She glowed with happiness.

Example

the faces of parents glowing with pride

Synonyms and related words
show display manifest rejoice in brighten treasure
2.1

if your eyes glow with an emotion, they show that emotion very clearly

Example

His eyes glowed with an extraordinary fervour.

Synonyms and related words
show display manifest
3

if your face or body is glowing, it looks pink or red, for example because you are healthy or embarrassed

Example

The girl's skin glowed and her eyes were bright.

Example

young men glowing with health

Definition glow in British English