noun / verb
candle
KAN-dul/ˈkændl/
A wick surrounded by wax or tallow and burned for light.
A wax candle burns steadily in its metal holder.
Etymology
Latin candela belongs to the family of candere, “to shine.” The name emphasizes the light produced by the burning wick, rather than the wax or tallow surrounding it.
In context
"Your job is to attach the candle to the wall so the wax doesn't drip onto the table."
and right in front of the flame of a candle, squeeze this.
More examples
- She lit three candles when the power failed.
- The farmer candled the eggs to check their development.
- Warm wax ran down the side of the candle.
Forms
candle · candles · candled · candling
Similar words
- lamp
- A broader lighting device that need not burn a wax-surrounded wick.