spark (EN)

noun, verb

noun “spark”

1. a tiny piece of burning or glowing material, often caused by friction or electrical issues
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   As James hammered the metal, sparks flew in every direction, lighting up the dim workshop.
2. a brief flash of electrical energy
   When she flipped the light switch, a small spark flickered from the outlet.
3. an incident or action that initiates significant developments
   Her impassioned speech was the spark that ignited the community's activism.
4. expressions of irritation or conflict
   When he criticized her cooking, sparks flew between them for the rest of the evening.

verb “spark”

1. to ignite something
   She sparked the campfire, bringing warmth to the chilly evening.
2. to emit small flashes of light or electricity
   As the firewood caught fire, it sparked gently in the cool night air.
3. to initiate or provoke a particular action or response
   Her question sparked a heated debate among the panelists.