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Stick to those heirloom candlesticks and picture frames, instead.—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 23 Sep. 2025 To finish the project, tap a 2-inch finish nail into the top of the dowel, trim off the nailhead, and attach a candle to the candlestick by pushing it onto the nail.—Savanna Bous, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025 Inside the box was an intact candlestick.—Kc Baker, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025 The collection also features a fruit bowl, a serving plate and even candlesticks.—Emma Sandler, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for candlestick
Word History
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of candlestick was
before the 12th century
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