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Old English

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Etymology

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From on- +‎ ǣlan.

Pronunciation

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Verb

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onǣlan

  1. (transitive) to set fire to; kindle; ignite; light (a fire, lamp, etc.)
  2. (transitive) to burn; burn up
  3. (transitive) to make hot; (by extension) to inflame; excite intense feeling; kindle passions

Conjugation

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Descendants

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  • Middle English: onelen, anelen