nounπShareA small particle of glowing matter, either molten or on fire."The welder used a torch that sent out sparks of hot metal. "energyphysicsmaterialsubstancescienceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA short or small burst of electrical discharge."The loose wire caused a few sparks when it touched the metal frame of the machine. "energyphysicsscienceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA small, shining body, or transient light; a sparkle."The blacksmith used the hammer on the metal, and sparks flew everywhere. "energyphysicsappearanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA small amount of something, such as an idea or romantic affection, that has the potential to become something greater, just as a spark can start a fire."The teacher's enthusiastic lecture about ancient Egypt sparks a real interest in history for many students. "mindsensationemotionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAny of various lycaenid butterflies of the Indomalayan genus Sinthusa."While hiking in Southeast Asia, the butterfly enthusiast spotted several sparks flitting amongst the ferns, their delicate wings flashing iridescent colors in the dappled sunlight. "insectanimalbiologynatureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShare(in plural sparks but treated as a singular) A ship's radio operator."Example Sentence: "During the storm, Sparks sent out an SOS message, hoping to get help for the sinking ship." "nauticalcommunicationjobtechnologymilitaryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn electrician."Our neighbor is sparks; he fixed the broken wires in our house. "jobpersontechnicalelectricChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo trigger, kindle into activity (an argument, etc)."The student's controversial question sparks a lively debate in the classroom. "actionenergycommunicationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo light; to kindle."Friction from rubbing the sticks together sparks a fire. "energyactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo give off a spark or sparks."The old wires sparks when you turn on the lamp. "energyphysicsChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareAppalachian To court."After church, young Jedidiah often sparks with Mary Sue down by the creek. "culturefamilylanguageChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA gallant; a foppish young man."In the drawing room, several sparks in velvet suits vied for the attention of the young ladies. "appearancepersonstylecharacterChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA beau, lover."Maria has a few sparks interested in taking her out on a date. "personfamilyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo woo, court; to act the gallant or beau."He sparks her with flowers and compliments, hoping to win her heart. "humanpersonactioncharactersocietystyleentertainmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn electrician"Our house lights flickered, so we called sparks to fix the wiring. "jobservicetechnicalpersonelectricindustryworkChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
