Definitions of spark:

  • noun:   a small fragment of a burning substance thrown out by burning material or by friction
  • noun:   Scottish writer of satirical novels (born in 1918)
  • noun:   a small but noticeable trace of some quality that might become stronger
    Example: "A spark of interest"
  • noun:   brightness and animation of countenance
    Example: "He had a sparkle in his eye"
  • noun:   a momentary flash of light
  • noun:   electrical conduction through a gas in an applied electric field
  • verb:   emit or produce sparks
    Example: "A high tension wire, brought down by a storm, can continue to spark"
  • verb:   put in motion or move to act
  • name:  A surname (very rare: popularity rank in the U.S.: #29618)