blaze
n. countable B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈbɫeɪz// UK //blˈeɪz// blaze
n. a large, strong fire that burns brightly. It can also describe a very bright light or a sudden show of strong emotion.
n. a large, intense fire or a bright, glowing light. Often used figuratively to describe a sudden, forceful outburst of emotion or activity.
Firefighters fought the blaze for several hours.
The old wooden warehouse was quickly consumed by a massive blaze that could be seen from miles away.
The autumn forest was a blaze of orange and gold, reflecting the final intensity of the season before the first frost arrived to strip the branches bare.
Usage
Often used in the phrase 'a blaze of' followed by a noun like 'glory', 'color', or 'publicity'.