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candlelight

n. uncountable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈkændəɫˌɫaɪt// UK //kˈændəllˌaɪt// can·dle·light Archaic

n. the light that comes from a burning candle. It is often used to create a romantic or calm mood.

n. the light produced by the flame of a candle. Often used to describe an atmosphere or setting, particularly in romantic or traditional contexts.


SIMPLE

They ate their dinner by candlelight.

CONTEXTUAL

The power cut forced the family to spend the entire evening reading by candlelight.

COMPLEX

The old cathedral was illuminated only by flickering candlelight, which cast long, dramatic shadows across the ancient stone pillars and tapestries.

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