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Flame A hot, glowing gas or plasma that is produced by burning fuel. It can be used to heat things up, cook food, and create light. ■ The flame on the stove was so bright, it could be seen from across the room!
barbecue A social gathering where people cook food over an open flame. ■ "I can't wait for our barbecue this weekend, we always have such a good time cooking and eating together!"
Flare A sudden, bright burst of light or flame, often accompanied by a loud noise. ■ The fireworks show ended with a spectacular flare that lit up the entire sky.
kabob A long, thin piece of meat that is skewered and grilled over an open flame. ■ "I love to eat kabobs at the beach because they're so easy to make and they taste delicious!"
sear to cook meat with high heat over an open flame, resulting in a crispy exterior and juicy interior ■ "He accidentally set fire to his hair while trying to sear some steak."
seared To cook food over an open flame, often resulting in a burnt or charred appearance. ■ "I forgot to flip the steak and now it's completely seared on one side."
transient Something that lasts only a short time, or is quickly forgotten. ■ I had a brief romance with a transient flame from the circus, but it was as fleeting as a clown's joke.
Extinguish To put out a fire or flame by applying water, smothering it with dirt, or otherwise removing its source of heat. ■ "I accidentally extinguished the birthday candles while trying to blow them out. That was quite the anticlimactic end to the celebration!
grill A flat, open metal structure used for cooking food over an open flame. It is typically used for outdoor barbecues and backyard grilling. ■ "I need to buy a new grill because my old one is so rusty that it's barely holding together."
lamp A device used to provide light by producing a flame or glow. ■ "I forgot my lighter at home, but I was able to turn on the lamp and read a book. It's amazing what a simple invention can do."