SP'ARKLE, n. 1. A spark.2. A luminous particle.SP'ARKLE, v.i. 1. To emit sparks; to send off small ignited particles; as burning fuel, &c.2. To glitter; to glisten; as, a brilliant sparkles; sparkling colors.3. To twinkle; to glitter; as sparkling stars.4. To glisten; to exhibit an appearance of animation; as, the eyes sparkle with joy.5. To emit little bubbles, as spirituous liquors; as sparkling wine.SP'ARKLE, v.i. To throw about; to scatter. [Not in use.]
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