Kindle: meaning, definitions and examples

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kindle

 

[ ˈkɪnd(ə)l ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

e-reader

A Kindle is a brand of e-readers designed and marketed by Amazon. It allows users to browse, buy, download, and read e-books, newspapers, magazines, and other digital media.

Synonyms

digital reader, e-reader

Examples of usage

  • I love reading on my Kindle during my commute.
  • She downloaded a new novel on her Kindle last night.
Context #2 | Verb

ignite

To kindle means to ignite or set on fire. It can also be used metaphorically to describe the act of sparking an emotion or feeling.

Synonyms

ignite, spark

Examples of usage

  • The campers used dry leaves to kindle a fire in the woods.
  • His words kindled a sense of hope in the hearts of the listeners.

Translations

Translations of the word "kindle" in other languages:

🇵🇹 acender

🇮🇳 जलाना

🇩🇪 anzünden

🇮🇩 menyalakan

🇺🇦 запалювати

🇵🇱 zapalić

🇯🇵 火をつける (ひをつける)

🇫🇷 allumer

🇪🇸 encender

🇹🇷 yakmak

🇰🇷 점화하다

🇸🇦 إشعال

🇨🇿 zapálit

🇸🇰 zapáliť

🇨🇳 点燃 (diǎnrán)

🇸🇮 prižgati

🇮🇸 kveikja

🇰🇿 тұтандыру

🇬🇪 ანთება

🇦🇿 yandırmaq

🇲🇽 encender

Etymology

The word 'kindle' originated from Middle English 'kyndelen,' which means 'to set fire to, enflame.' It has roots in Old Norse 'kynda' and Old English 'cyndan.' The use of 'kindle' has evolved to also represent the Amazon Kindle e-reader, a device that ignites a passion for reading in many individuals.

See also: kind, kinden, kindergarten, kindling, kindly, kindness, kindred, kinds, unkind, unkindly, unkindness.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,949, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.