1
: a glowing fragment (as of coal) from a fire
especially
: one smoldering in ashes
2
embers plural
: the smoldering remains of a fire
3
embers plural
: slowly dying or fading emotions, memories, ideas, or responses still capable of being revived
the embers of his past
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This history evinces the president’s willingness to stoke the embers of Jew-hatred to his advantage.
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Ben Krull, New York Daily News, 12 Apr. 2025
Even minor sparks or drifting embers can incite nearby foliage or grass, setting off a rapidly spreading fire.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 28 Mar. 2025
Once a wildfire ignites, its embers can rapidly jump from vegetation to homes, which can prompt local officials to issue evacuation warnings.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2025
The embers are still hot, and winds continue to fan the flames.
—Willie Wilson, Chicago Tribune, 27 Feb. 2025
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Ben Krull, New York Daily News, 12 Apr. 2025
Even minor sparks or drifting embers can incite nearby foliage or grass, setting off a rapidly spreading fire.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 28 Mar. 2025
Once a wildfire ignites, its embers can rapidly jump from vegetation to homes, which can prompt local officials to issue evacuation warnings.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2025
The embers are still hot, and winds continue to fan the flames.
—Willie Wilson, Chicago Tribune, 27 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for ember
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“Ember.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ember. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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ember
noun
em·ber
ˈem-bər 
: a glowing piece of coal or wood from a fire
especially
: such a piece smoldering in ashes
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