kindle: Meaning and Definition of

kin•dle

1. to start (a fire); cause (a flame, blaze, etc.) to begin burning.
2. to set fire to or ignite (fuel or any combustible matter).
3. to excite; stir up or set going; animate; rouse; inflame: He kindled their hopes of victory.
4. to light up, illuminate, or make bright: Happiness kindled her eyes.

1. to begin to burn, as combustible matter, a light, fire, or flame.
2. to become aroused or animated.
3. to become lighted up, bright, or glowing, as the sky at dawn or the eyes with ardor.

kin•dle

1. (of animals, esp. rabbits) to bear (young); produce (offspring).

1. (of animals, esp. rabbits) to give birth, as to a litter.

1. a litter of kittens, rabbits, etc.