- 1. v. i. To emit sparks, or fine igneous particles. Source: opted
- 2. v. i. To sparkle, as the fixed stars. Source: opted
- 3. v. give off Source: wordnet
- 4. v. reflect brightly Source: wordnet
- 5. v. emit or reflect light in a flickering manner Source: wordnet
- 6. v. fluoresce momentarily when struck by a charged particle or high-energy photon Source: wordnet
- 7. v. be lively or brilliant or exhibit virtuosity Source: wordnet
- 8. 1. To emit sparks, or fine igneous particles. As the electrical globe only scintillates when rubbed against its cushion. Sir W. Scott. 2. To sparkle, as the fixed stars. Source: webster
- 9. v. give off v. physics: fluoresce momentarily when struck by a charged particle or high-energy photon Source: ecdict
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