candlewick

noun

Meaning

The thread used to make the wicks of candles
A soft cotton yarn that gives a tufted pattern to embroidery

Etymology / origin

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Related words

candle-wick(English)candlewax(English)wich(English)wax-candle(English)wick(English)waxlight(English)candle wax(English)dipped candle(English)lumina(English)pinocchio(English)press(English)ward(English)

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Sources

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