wax light

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : A cylindrical object, typically made of wax, with a central cord (wick) designed to be lit to provide light. It is synonymous with a candle. Usage This term is a somewhat formal or old-fashioned synonym for "candle." It is used to describe the object itself. - The room was illuminated only by the gentle glow of a single wax light. - In the 19th century, wax lights were a prima...