consume, v.tr.a(Of fire) Dónn, loisceann. bIthim, caithim (bia). cEngine that consumes a ton of coal per hour, inneall a ídíos tonna guail san uair. dHe is consumed with thirst, tá sé caillte leis an tart. He is consumed with jealousy, tá sé ite ag an éad. eÍdím (lón, etc.).