Dictionary definition · glow
noun
- an alert and refreshed state
- light from nonthermal sources
- the phenomenon of light emission by a body as its temperature is raised
- a feeling of considerable warmth"the glow of new love"
- a steady even light without flames
- the amount of electromagnetic radiation leaving or arriving at a point on a surface
- an appearance of reflected light
verb
- emit a steady even light without flames"The fireflies were glowing and flying about in the garden"
- have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink"Her face glowed when she came out of the sauna"
- shine intensely, as if with heat"The coals were glowing in the dark"
- be exuberant or high-spirited"Make the people's hearts glow"
- experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion"She was beaming with joy"
Source: Open English WordNet (CC BY 4.0).