To harbor feelings of love despite not being in a relationship; generally unrequited or after a relationship has ended, and sometimes implying secret feelings. There is the implication of keeping hope alive.
Etymology:
- From the metaphor of a burning flame, to keep a fire burning.
- The association of a torch with love may date to the Greek and Roman tradition of a wedding torch, lit in the bride’s hearth on her wedding night, then used to light the hearth in her new home. Such a torch is associated with the Greek god of marriage Hymenaios.
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Submitted on September 01, 2009
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| carry a torch for | Remain feel the pain of unreciprocated love for. |
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