spark

  1. Noun.  A small particle of glowing matter, either molten or on fire.
  2. Noun.  A short or small burst of electrical discharge.
  3. Noun.  (figuratively) A small amount of something, such as an idea, that has the potential to become something greater, just as a spark can start a fire.
  4. Noun.  (''in plural'' '''sparks''' ''but treated as a singular'') A ship's radio operator.
  5. Noun.  (UK, slang) An electrician.
  6. Verb.  (transitive) To trigger, kindle into activity (an argument, etc).
  7. Verb.  (intransitive) To give off a spark or sparks.
  8. Noun.  A gallant, a foppish young man.
  9. Noun.  A beau, lover.
  10. Verb.  To woo, court.

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