Meaning of the word incandescent in English

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incandescent

US /ˌɪn.kænˈdes.ənt/
UK /ˌɪn.kænˈdes.ənt/

Adjective

1.

emitting light as a result of being heated

Example:
The old light bulb was still incandescent, casting a warm glow.
The blacksmith heated the metal until it was incandescent.
2.

full of strong emotion; passionate

Example:
Her incandescent rage was clear to everyone in the room.
He delivered an incandescent speech that moved the audience.
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