ˈkɪndl v. 1 tr.
light or set on
fire (a
flame, fire,
substance, etc.). 2 intr.
catch fire,
burst into flame. 3 tr.
arouse or
inspire (kindle
enthusiasm for the project; kindle
jealousy in a rival). 4 intr. (usu. foll. by to)
respond,
react (to a
person, an
action, etc.) (kindle to
his courage). 5 intr.
become animated,
glow with passion etc. (her
imagination kindled). 6 tr. & intr.
make or become
bright (kindle the embers to a glow). øøkindler n. [ME f. ON kynda, kindle:
cf. ON kindill
candle, torch]