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Noun st. elmo's fire has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebTerm: St. Elmo's FireDescriptionSt. Elmo's Fire refers to a phenomenon in which a faint glow or discharge appears on pointed objects, such as ship masts, trees, or tall buildings during stormy weather. It is caused by the ionization of the air surrounding these objects due to a strong electric field. This atmospheric phenomenon is named after St. Elmo, the patron saint of sailors. Senses and UsagesSense 1: Atmospheric PhenomenonWhen thunderstorms occur and the electric field in the atmosphere becomes intense, St. Elmo's Fire may appear as a glowing, flickering light on structures such as lightning rods, flag poles, or church steeples. Sample Sentence: The sailors on the ship witnessed St. Elmo's Fire dancing wildly on the mast as the storm descended upon them. Sense 2: Film and Song"St. Elmo's Fire" is also the title of a popular 1985 American coming-of-age film directed by Joel Schumacher. The term is used metaphorically in the film's title to represent the radiant energy and passion of the main characters during their post-college struggles. Sample Sentence: After watching "St. Elmo's Fire," I couldn't get the catchy theme song out of my head for days. Related Products | ||||
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