n.
Function: intransitive verb
Date: 13th century
1 a : to throw out sparks b : to flash or fall like sparks
2 : to produce sparks specifically : to have the electric ignition working
3 : to respond with enthusiasm
transitive verb
1 : to set off in a burst of activity : ACTIVATE <the question spark ed a lively discussion> ― often used with off
2 : to stir to activity : INCITE < spark ed her team to victory>
– spark · er noun