rekindling
nounUK /ˌriːˈkɪndlɪŋ/
US /ˌriːˈkɪndlɪŋ/
The act of making a fire or a feeling start again.
The rekindling of the campfire kept us warm all night.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Starting a friendship or love again after it had faded.
Their rekindling of friendship surprised everyone at the reunion.
3. Bringing back interest or excitement for something.
The new coach led to a rekindling of team spirit.
4. Lighting a fire again that had gone out.
The rekindling of the hearth made the cabin cozy.