flares

1. n a shape that spreads outward n a sudden burst of flame n a burst of light used to communicate or illuminate n reddening of the skin spreading outward from a focus of infection or irritation n a sudden recurrence or worsening of symptoms n a sudden eruption of intense high-energy radiation from the sun's surface; associated with sunspots and radio interference n am unwanted reflection in an optical system (or the fogging of an image that is caused by such a reflection) n a sudden outburst of emotion n a device that produces a bright light for warning or illumination or identification n a short forward pass to a back who is running toward the sidelines n (baseball) a fly ball hit a short distance into the outfield v burn brightly v become flared and widen, usually at one end v shine with a sudden light v erupt or intensify suddenly Source: ecdict

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