Dictionary of Business Terms: flame
flame
- (noun) a public post or e-mail message expressing a strong opinion or criticism of another post or e-mail.
- (verb tr.) send or post such a message to someone.
Dictionary of Computer and Internet Terms: flame
flame
(slang) an angry, ill-considered e-mail message or newsgroup posting.
Dictionary of Marketing Terms: flame
flame
send an angry or harshly worded e-mail. Advertisers who send unsolicited electronic mail messages can expect some percentage of negative responses called a flame rate. Advertisers wishing to keep their flame rate to a minimum operate on an opt-in basis, sending e-mails only to persons who either request specific information or give advance permission for information to be sent.
