Thesaurus results for CANDLE

candle

noun

Definition of candle

as in lantern

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Recent Examples of candle Scroll on for more festive Pottery Barn finds, including an eye-catching menorah, a seasonal candle, and more. — Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Oct. 2026 The holiday collection has included an Advent calendar, which was inspired by Meghan and Harry’s California home, plus a candle, gift baskets, a teapot and matching cup set, card set, coasters, leather notebook and more. — Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2026 As far as present options go, the candle market has incredible range. — Kara McGrath, Allure, 29 Oct. 2026 The flame simulation never repeats and is unique to each candle since it’s being generated on the fly at all times. — Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 29 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for candle

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In 1951, the mayor of Gifu, Japan, tapped him to help revive the region’s centuries-old paper-lantern industry.

— Natalia Torija, Curbed, 11 Nov. 2026
The Chicago Harbor Lighthouse, a 48-foot brick tower with a 10-sided cast-iron lantern, began operation at the mouth of the Chicago River.

— Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 9 Nov. 2026

Definition of lantern

Noun

The new e-uni features a 30-W headlamp and an extensive RGB rear lighting system to maintain visibility after dark.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 14 Nov. 2026
The release was carefully orchestrated, with imagery captured from a distance using red or infrared lighting, because flash could impact the natural process, officials said.

— Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 14 Nov. 2026

Definition of lighting

Noun

And perhaps as a reaction to our hyper-digital lives, candlesticks and candelabra are interior catnip right now.

— Francesca Perry, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2026
The kids rounded out their group costume, with 3-year-old Phoenix dressed as the candelabra, Lumière, while 2-year-old London dressed up as Chip, the teacup.

— Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of candelabra

Noun

In addition to charging your devices, this solar power bank also functions as a super-bright flashlight and a compass.

— Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 4 Nov. 2026
Alvin Cunningham, a 75-year-old electrician left the polls with a small work flashlight tucked beneath the brim of his hat still on.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of flashlight

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Three objects—a sculpture each by Hiram Powers and Bessie Potter Vonnoh and a candelabrum by Andrew Ellicott Warner—will be added to the galleries.

— Greg Allen, ARTnews.com, 7 June 2026
On Sunday night, the final Hanukkah candle was lit on menorahs around Orange County, illuminating the candelabrum in its full splendor of eight lights.

— Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 22 Dec. 2025

Definition of candelabrum

Noun

The island has long served as a navigational landmark for vessels traveling along the waterway, including through a lighthouse established in 1914.

— Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 11 Nov. 2026
The lighthouse was moved east of Navy Pier in 1917 after the extension of the breakwater was completed.

— Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 9 Nov. 2026

Definition of lighthouse

Noun

The headlight combines a bright LED light with a rearview radar that, when paired with a compatible device, warns you of cars approaching from behind from up to 153 yards away.

— Sheena Vasani, The Verge, 14 Nov. 2026
Long flat seat, motorcycle wheels and tires, proper suspension, big headlight, signals, mirrors, a big metallic body covering the battery and electronics.

— Kevin Fanady, New Atlas, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of headlight

Noun

This year, Claire looked to the work of Andy Goldsworthy and Constantin Brancusi for her latest collection, Totemic, which features vertical pendants that are a departure from her earlier, Calder-like mobile chandeliers.

— Natalia Torija, Curbed, 11 Nov. 2026
The private theater is another standout, outfitted with red velvet seats, a coffered ceiling, and a crystal chandelier.

— Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 10 Nov. 2026

Definition of chandelier

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