CANDLES
/ˈkændl̩z/
10
Scrabble
13
WWF
C(3) A(1) N(1) D(2) L(1) E(1) S(1)
NWL/TWL ✓ Collins ✓ WWF ✓
Definition
/ˈkændl̩z/
noun
- A light source consisting of a wick embedded in a solid, flammable substance such as wax, tallow, or paraffin.
- The protruding, removable portion of a filter, particularly a water filter.
- A unit of luminous intensity, now replaced by the SI unit candela.
verb
- To observe the growth of an embryo inside (an egg), using a bright light source.
- To dry greenware prior to beginning of the firing cycle, setting the kiln at 200° Celsius until all water is removed from the greenware.
- To check an item (such as an envelope) by holding it between a light source and the eye.
Source: Wiktionary
