# catch fire

> English word · Verb

## Definitions
1. To become engulfed in flames, to combust.
2. To become very popular or widespread; to take off.
3. To be inspired by passion or zeal.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
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