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DictionaryblazeBright fire or light
noun / verb

blaze

BLAYZ/blˈeɪz/

An intense burst of flame or light.

The blaze rises brightly from the burning logs.

A vigorous blaze rising from a small stack of burning logs, with tall bright flames, glowing embers, and a few sparks.
Etymology
blazeOld Englishtorch, firebrand; bright flame

Old English blæse named both a torch or firebrand and its bright, glowing flame. That combination of fire and radiance remains central to a blaze.

In context

Mama Africa Stories1:52
The Blaze spread rapidly fueled by dry winds and unseasonably high temperatures entire neighborhoods were engulfed in flames
An Inspiring Story of a Firefighter's Heroic Acts During the Los Angeles Fire

More examples

  • The campaign ended with a blaze of activity.
  • The runner blazes down the final straightaway.
  • The windows are blazing with light.

Forms

blaze · blazes · blazed · blazing

Similar words

flame
A particular burning tongue of fire rather than a large blaze.
glow
Can be steady light without visible flames.