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CANDLES

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Candles.

Candles - as a noun

Stick of wax with a wick in the middle

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
taper7wax light
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
lamp8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The basic unit of luminous intensity adopted under the systeme international d'unites; equal to 1/60 of the luminous intensity per square centimeter of a black body radiating at the temperature of 2,046 degrees kelvin

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
candela10cdstandard candle

Candles - as a verb

Examine eggs for freshness by holding them against a light

Example Sentences

"I lit the candles on the birthday cake."
"She enjoys relaxing in a bath with scented candles."
"The power went out, so we had to use candles for light."
"I bought a pack of colorful candles for the party."
"The candles flickered in the gentle breeze."
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Word Game Points

Is CANDLES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, candles is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CANDLES has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is CANDLES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, candles is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CANDLES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is CANDLES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, candles is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CANDLES has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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