Meaning & Definition of word "Candle"

Candle

/ˈkændl/

1. A cylinder or block of wax with a central wick that is lit to produce light.
- Example: She lit a candle to create a warm atmosphere in the room.
2. A source of light or heat, typically used for decoration or during power outages.
- Example: The power went out, so we gathered around the table with a single candle.
3. A celebration of a birthday, often represented by a candle placed on a cake.
- Example: He blew out the candles on his birthday cake.
4. A unit of light measurement in terms of lumens, though less common in everyday usage.
- Example: The old bulb produced the same light output as a candle.

●From Latin 'candela', meaning 'light' or 'torch'.

burning the candle at both ends:

To overwork oneself or use up one's resources.

candle in the wind:

A metaphor for something fragile or temporary.

candlelight dinner:

A romantic meal illuminated by candles.

wick:

The string or cord in a candle that is burned for light.

lantern:

A portable light source that may use a candle or other fuel.

tealight:

A small candle designed to be burned in a holder.

Meaning: To candle

● Example Sentence: To check the quality of eggs by shining a light through them.

Meaning: Candlelit

● Example Sentence: Describes a setting illuminated by candles, often used in romantic contexts.