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Definition kindle in British English

kindle verb

verb
/ˈkɪnd(ə)l/
1

to start a fire by lighting small pieces of wood or paper that will burn easily

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2

to start a strong interest or emotion in someone

Example

His interest in politics was kindled by the 1997 election.

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2.1

if an emotion kindles, it begins to develop

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Definition kindle in British English