- 1a dull steady light, especially from a fire that has stopped producing flames The city was just a red glow on the horizon. There was no light except for the occasional glow of a cigarette.
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- 2the pink color in your face when you have been doing exercise or feel happy and excited The fresh air had brought a healthy glow to her cheeks.
- 3a gold or red color the glow of autumn leaves
- 4a feeling of pleasure and satisfaction When she looked at her children, she felt a glow of pride.
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