Noun
Olympic torch (plural Olympic torches)
Olympic flame
May joy and good fellowship reign, and in this manner, may the Olympic Torch pursue its way through ages, increasing friendly understanding among nations, for the good of a humanity always more enthusiastic, more courageous and more pure. Pierre de Coubertin
Yesterday the flame of the Olympic torch was carried through our great state on its way to Salt Lake City. Jane D. Hull
Already 2008 has proved a tumultuous year in terms of global perceptions of China, and there are still 59 days to go until the Beijing Olympics. The tragedy of the Sichuan earthquake followed hard on the heels of the riots in Tibet and the demonstrations surrounding the Olympic torch relay. Martin Jacques
His comments came after Tokyo 2020 organizers announced that the Greek leg of the Olympic torch relay had been canceled, but also insisted the Games would go ahead on schedule. Source: Internet
The Olympic torch relay: Yes, it was long and drawn out, yes, they closed down your high street for a couple of hours and yes, there were claims that some we’re selling their torches on eBay, but what fine build-up and buzz the relay created. Source: Internet
Immediately after the decorations were illuminated, eyes turned towards Flinders Street where the Olympic torch glistened in the floodlights. Source: Internet