flambe
verb/flɑmˈbeɪ/
Frequency rank: #19,962 most common English word
Meaning
to pour alcohol over food and ignite it, creating a brief burst of flames for flavor or dramatic effect.
Example sentence
The chef will flambe the dessert tableside by pouring brandy over it and lighting it on fire.
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