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spark vs emit

emit vs spark

spark is a noun but emit is not a noun.

spark and emit both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
spark Yes No Yes No
emit No No Yes No
As verbs, emit is a hypernym of spark; that is, emit is a word with a broader meaning than spark:
  • spark: emit or produce sparks
  • emit: give off, send forth, or discharge; as of light, heat, or radiation, vapor, etc.
Other hypernyms of spark include give off, give out.
spark (noun) emit (noun)
merriment expressed by a brightness or gleam or animation of countenance
a momentary flash of light
a small fragment of a burning substance thrown out by burning material or by friction
electrical conduction through a gas in an applied electric field
a small but noticeable trace of some quality that might become stronger
spark (verb) emit (verb)
put in motion or move to act expel (gases or odors)
emit or produce sparks express audibly; utter sounds (not necessarily words)
give off, send forth, or discharge; as of light, heat, or radiation, vapor, etc.
Difference between spark and emit

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