Relit: meaning, definitions and examples
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relit
[ rɪˈlaɪt ]
fire, flame
To relight means to ignite something again, particularly when it has been extinguished. This term is commonly used in relation to candles, fires, or any similar items that require a flame.
Synonyms
ignite again, reignite, rekindle
Examples of usage
- He had to relight the campfire after the wind blew it out.
- She used a match to relit the candle on the table.
- After the storm, they needed to relit the barbecue grill.
- The maintenance crew was called to relight the main gas flame.
Etymology
The word 'relit' is derived from the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' or 'back', and the verb 'light' which comes from the Old English word 'līhtan', meaning 'to make light' or 'to illuminate'. The use of 'light' as a verb dates back to around the 14th century when it was commonly associated with setting something ablaze or illuminating a space. The combination of these two elements into 'relit' allows for the implication of re-initiating a state of illumination or burning. Over the years, it has found its place in both everyday language and more specific contexts, relating to activities like camping, cooking, and even metaphorically to ideas of passion and enthusiasm. As a result, 'relit' carries with it a combination of practical and emotive connotations.