A candlestickA base or support that holds a candle in place is a stand or holder designed to hold one or more candles. It is usually used to keep a candle uprightStanding straight up, not leaning or falling over and stableNot likely to tip, move, or fall while it burns.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˈkændlˌstɪk/
Easy pronunciation: KAN-dl-stik (approximate spelling).
Stress: Primary stress on the first syllable, with secondary stress on the third syllable.
Used for the noun meaning a holder with sockets for candles.
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Candlestick Meaning
a stand that holds candles upright
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a holder with sockets for candles
Example: She placed two candlesticks on the dining table before dinner.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- candle holder — Direct synonym for the main sense.
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Candlestick Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- candle holder
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Common Mistakes
- People sometimes confuse candlestick with candle. A candlestick is the holder, not the candle itself.
- In finance, a candlestick chart is something different and is not the same meaning as candlestick as a household object.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does candlestick mean?
Candlestick means a holder or stand for candles.
What is a synonym for candlestick?
A common synonym for candlestick is candle holder.
Is a candlestick the same as a candle?
No. A candlestick is the holder; the candle is what goes inside it.
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