FLAMBEAU


Meaning of FLAMBEAU in English

ˈflamˌbō noun

( plural flam·beaux -ōz ; or flambeaus )

Etymology: French, from Middle French, from flambe flame, from Old French, alteration of flamble — more at flame

1. : a flaming torch usually made by combining thick wicks saturated with a quick-burning substance (as pitch) ; broadly : torch

2. : an ornamental candlestick

3. : one of a group of kettles used in boiling sugar

4. : royal poinciana

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