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- Dictionaryflare/flɛː/
noun
- 1. a sudden brief burst of bright flame or light: "the flare of the match lit up his face" Similar
- 2. a gradual widening in shape, especially towards the hem of a garment. Similar
verb
- 1. burn or shine with a sudden intensity: "the bonfire crackled and flared up" Similar
- 2. gradually become wider at one end: "the dress flared out into a huge train"
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FLARE definition: 1. to burn brightly either for a short time or not regularly: 2. When something bad such as…. Learn more.
The meaning of FLARE is a fire or blaze of light used especially to signal, illuminate, or attract attention; also : a device or composition used to produce such a flare. How to use flare in a sentence.
FLARE meaning: 1. to burn brightly either for a short time or not regularly: 2. When something bad such as…. Learn more.
a device or substance used to produce such a blaze of fire or light. a sudden burst, as of zeal or of anger. a gradual spread outward in form; outward curvature: the flare of a skirt. something that spreads out.
A flare is a small device that produces a bright flame. Flares are used as signals, for example on ships.
flare. a bright light: in case of emergency, light a flare; an outburst; to burst out in sudden, fierce activity and passion: Violence flared up in the ghetto after the verdict. Not to be confused with: flair – skill; aptitude; a natural talent or ability; bent; knack: a flair for writing comedy.
Definition of flare verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.