The difference between Set alight and Set on fire

When used as verbs, set alight means to cause to begin to burn, whereas set on fire means to cause to begin to burn.

check bellow for the other definitions of Set alight and Set on fire

  1. Set alight as a verb:

    To cause to begin to burn.

  2. Set alight as a verb (figuratively):

    To excite, to arouse passion in

  1. Set on fire as a verb (transitive):

    To cause to begin to burn.

  2. Set on fire as a verb (figuratively, transitive):

    To arouse passionate feelings in.

    Examples:

    "You set my heart on fire."

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