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flare


Meanings
  • Noun

    A sudden bright burning sensation or light, often accompanied by a loud noise.

    - "The flare from the fireworks lit up the night sky."
    - "The search and rescue team used flares to signal their location."
  • Noun

    A device used to produce a bright light, such as a flare gun or a flare lighter.

    - "The sailor aimed the flare gun at the water and fired."
    - "The camper used a flare lighter to start a campfire."

Pronunciation




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Synonyms

Texas leaguer , blooper , flare up , flare up
Rhymes
Words rhyming with flare
are , square , fair , repair , square , prepare
Variants
List of all variants of flare that leads to same result
flare , flares , flared , flaring , flair , flairs , solar flare , solar flares , flare-up , flare-ups , tempers flare
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The word 'flare' comes from the Old French word 'flair', meaning 'a flame' or 'a blaze'. It is related to the Latin word 'flareare', which means 'to burn'.


Trivia
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  1. Flare guns were used extensively during World War II to signal ships at sea.

  2. Flare lights are commonly used by hikers and campers to signal for help in emergency situations.

  3. Flare up can also mean to become angry or to aggravate a situation.


Related Concepts
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  1. Ignition: Flare is closely related to ignition, as both involve the creation of a bright light or flame.

  2. Explosion: Flare is also related to explosion, as both can produce a sudden, bright light or sound.


Culture
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Flare has been used extensively in various cultures and contexts. In literature, it has been used to describe dramatic moments, such as the flare of a gun signaling danger or the flare of a lantern guiding lost travelers. In art, flare has been depicted in paintings and sculptures to represent light, energy, and excitement. In music, the term 'flare' is used in jazz and classical music to describe a sudden, dramatic increase in volume or intensity.

How to Memorize "flare"

  1. visualize

    - To memorize the word 'flare', visualize a bright, burning light or flame.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'flare' with the word 'fireworks' or 'ignition'.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Flame is a Radiant Light Appearing Everywhere' to remember the word 'flare'.


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