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Definition of candlelighter

candlelighter

/ˈkæn.dəlˌlaɪ.tər/
can · dle · light · er
Plural:candlelighters
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candlelighter Lexical Profile

candlelighter Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A person whose duty or role is to light candles, especially an acolyte or server in a religious service.

Example

"The young candlelighter walked slowly up the aisle to ignite the tapers on the high altar before the service began."

2

A long-handled device or taper holder used for lighting candles, especially those placed in high candlesticks or chandeliers.

Example

"The sacristan used a brass candlelighter with a bell-shaped snuffer on the end to reach the tallest candelabra."

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• Nearby Words

candleholder
candlelight
candlelighted
candlelighter
candlelit
candlemaker
candlestick

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Candlelighter. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/candlelighter
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