allumine

/əˈljuːmiːn/

Definitions

1. verb

to make (a fire, flame, or spark) appear or shine, often by adding fuel or air

“The fireman managed to allumine the flames with a few swift movements.”

2. verb

to bring into existence or make visible

“The new technology will allumine new possibilities in the field of renewable energy.”

3. noun

a substance that allumines

“The chemist studied the properties of a specific allumine in the lab.”

Synonyms

  • ignite
  • kindle
  • spark

Antonyms

  • extinguish
  • smother