Spark

Noun

 * 1) A small particle of glowing matter, either molten or on fire.
 * 2) A short or small burst of electrical discharge.
 * 3)  A small amount of something, such as an idea, that has the potential to become something greater, just as a spark can start a fire.
 * 4) (in plural sparks but treated as a singular) A ship's radio operator.
 * 5) A gallant, a foppish young man
 * 6) A beau, lover

Verb

 * 1)  To trigger, kindle into activity (an argument, etc).
 * 2)  To give off a spark or sparks.
 * 3) To woo, court

Thesaurus
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