candlestick

noun

can·​dle·​stick ˈkan-dᵊl-ˌstik How to pronounce candlestick (audio)
: a holder with a socket for a candle

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One suspect is even seen wielding a candlestick at a suspicious moment. Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 20 Mar. 2025 Traditional items on the table will include two candlesticks signifying light, a mirror representing eternity, nuts and eggs for fertility, and coins for prosperity. 8. Boutayna Chokrane, Vogue, 4 Feb. 2025 Boddy then gives each guest a weapon — a candlestick, rope, lead pipe, wrench, revolver and dagger. Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Mar. 2025 Pair them with a coordinating throw blanket, fresh greenery, and gold candlesticks for a festive, chic look. 6. Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for candlestick

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First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of candlestick was before the 12th century

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“Candlestick.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/candlestick. Accessed 1 Jun. 2025.

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candlestick

noun
can·​dle·​stick -ˌstik How to pronounce candlestick (audio)
: a holder with a socket for a candle

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