Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
an old flame
phrase
/ən oʊld fleɪm/
Definition
A former romantic partner or love interest.
Examples
- After all these years, seeing her again brought back memories of my old flame.
- He often reminisces about his old flame from college.
Meaning
The phrase refers to someone with whom a person has had a romantic relationship in the past, often evoking nostalgia or lingering emotions.
Synonyms
- former lover
- ex-partner
- previous romance
