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incandesce

American  
[in-kuhn-des] / ˌɪn kənˈdɛs /

verb (used with or without object)

incandesced, incandescing

  1. to glow or cause to glow with heat.

incandesce British  
/ ˌɪnkænˈdɛs /

verb

  1. (intr) to exhibit incandescence

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Etymology

Origin of incandesce

First recorded in 1870–75; back formation from incandescent

Example Sentences

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The molecules incandesce, and burn like true stars with a brilliancy that is often magnificent.

From Astronomy for Amateurs by Welby, Frances A. (Frances Alice)

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