A blaze is a very large, strong, and bright fire. It can also describe something shining or glowing intensely.
It comes from Middle English “blase” or “blaze,” probably from a Germanic root meaning “torch” or “flame.” It is related to words in other Germanic languages that refer to bright flames and burning.
We use “blaze” for both physical and emotional intensity, like a “blazing fire” and a “blazing argument.” The word captures not just heat and light, but the feeling that something is almost out of control.
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