(~s, ~ing, ~ed)
1.
If something is ~, it is burning.
Several buildings were set ~...
= ablaze
ADJ: v n ADJ, v-link ADJ
2.
If someone’s eyes are ~ or if their face is ~, the expression in their eyes or on their face shows that they are feeling a strong emotion such as excitement or happiness. (LITERARY)
She paused and turned, her face ~ with happiness.
ADJ: v-link ADJ, oft ADJ with n
3.
If a bird or insect ~s somewhere, it lands there. (LITERARY)
A thrush ~ed on a branch of the pine tree.
VERB: V prep/adv
4.
When you ~ from a train, bus, or other vehicle, you get out of it after a journey. (FORMAL)
= get off
VERB