- Cause to ignite and burn; also set fire to. 2. Cause to become very excited or enthusiastic.
Examples:
- The music set the audience on fire.
Origin: c. 1400 (sense 1)
Synonyms: set ablaze, ignite, inflame
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Origin: c. 1400 (sense 1)
Synonyms: set ablaze, ignite, inflame