aflare
|a-flare|
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/əˈflɛr/
🇬🇧
/əˈflɛə/
burning brightly
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aflare' originates from the prefix 'a-' meaning 'in a state of' and the word 'flare,' which means 'to burn with a sudden intensity.'
Historical Evolution
'aflare' changed from the Old English prefix 'a-' combined with 'flare,' which has remained consistent in meaning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to be in a state of burning,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
in a state of being on fire or blazing.
The campfire was aflare, casting a warm glow around the campsite.
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Last updated: 2025/05/24 21:21