flambeau

n., pl., -beaux (-bōz'), or -beaus.

1. A lighted torch.
2. A large ornamental candlestick.

[French, from Old French, from flambe, flame. See flame.]

A luminaire resembling a flaming torch.

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IN BRIEF: n. - A burning torch (such as are used in processions at night).

Tutor's tip: It would be ridiculous to try to make cherries "flambe" (dressed or served with flaming liquor, usually a dessert) with a "flambeau." (a torch)

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The noun has one meaning:

Meaning #1: a flaming torch (such as are used in processions at night)

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