Candle — synonyms, definition

1. candle (Noun)

5 synonyms
candela cd standard candle taper wax light
2 definitions

candle (Noun) — Stick of wax with a wick in the middle.

candle (Noun) — The basic unit of luminous intensity adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites; equal to 1/60 of the luminous intensity per square centimetre of a black body radiating at the temperature of 2,046 degrees Kelvin.

3 types of
candlepower unit lamp luminous intensity unit
6 types
chandlery dip rush candle rushlight vigil candle vigil light
3 parts
candlewick taper wick

2. candle (Verb)

1 definition

candle (Verb) — Examine eggs for freshness by holding them against a light.

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