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can·dle

candle

 
 
pronunciation:
kaen dl
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part of speech: noun
definition: A candle is a stick of wax with a string going through the middle. When you light the string on fire, the wax keeps the string burning so the candle gives light.
I never forget to make a wish before I blow the candles out on my birthday cake.
 
similar words:
flame, light, torch
derivation: candler (n.)
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