ember
Translation
ember
Examples
A single ember glowed in the dark fireplace.
A single ember glowed in the dark fireplace.
The embers of their love still remained.
The embers of their love still remained.
Grammar Patterns
((an ember)) a glowing piece of coal or wood from a fire A single ember glowed in the dark fireplace.
((the embers of sth.)) the last signs of a strong feeling The embers of their love still remained.
Similar Words
Synonyms: cinder, ash, coal
Etymology
From Old English 'æmerge', meaning 'hot ash'.
Memory Tips
Think of the glowing 'ember' at the end of a fire in 'December'.