flame

1. The visible part of fire; a stream of burning vapour or gas, emitting light and heat.
2. A romantic partner or lover in a usually short-lived but passionate affair.
3. Intentionally insulting criticism or remark meant to incite anger.
4. A brilliant reddish orange-gold fiery colour.
5. The contrasting light and dark figure seen in wood used for stringed instrument making; the curl.

   The cello has a two-piece back with a beautiful narrow flame.

6. Burning zeal, passion, imagination, excitement, or anger.

1. To produce flames; to burn with a flame or blaze.
2. To burst forth like flame; to break out in violence of passion; to be kindled with zeal or ardour.
3. To post a destructively critical or abusive message (to somebody).

   I flamed him for spamming in my favourite newsgroup.

adjective

Of a brilliant reddish orange-gold colour, like that of a flame.