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candle

1 [ˈkæn.dəl] substantive

EKI Combined Dictionary 2026

Last modified 26.01.2026

Meanings

süüdatava tahtsüdamikuga valgusallikas, mis on tehtud vahast, steariinist vm kergesti sulavast põletusainest

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EKI terminibaas Esterm

ID 726431 Last modified 30.12.2004
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Domain Chemical Industry - Chemical Engineering - Chemical Products
candle preferred
taper
  • candle, taper - a lighting device consisting of a self-supporting column of solid combustible fuel, such as tallow, stearine, spermaceti, beeswax, or, more commonly, paraffin wax, with an internal wick. Generally long and slender, it is made either by dipping or by casting in a mould.
  • night-light - a small thick candle, or other contrivance, constructed to burn dimly for a long period, and used by night, especially in sick-rooms
Good to know
  • FR: Bougies, chandelles, cierges, rats de cave, veileuses et articles similaires [T60791] DE: Kerzen, Lichte aller Art, Wacsstücke, Nichtlichte und dergleichen [T60791]
küünal
candle preferred
Usage examples
  • 34.05 Candles, tapers, night-lights and the like: 10 Candles of all types
taper
night-light

EKI terminibaas Esterm

ID 715655 Last modified 30.12.2004
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Domain food quality
  • to examine by holding between the eye an a light; esp: to test (eggs) in this way for staleness, blood clots, fertility, and growth
candle
Usage examples
  • The inoculated eggs are held at 37 °C and candled daily.
mirer
durchleuten

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