Etymology

Noun

1. A light source consisting of a wick embedded in a solid, flammable substance such as wax, tallow, or paraffin.
2. The protruding, removable portion of a filter, particularly a water filter.
3. A unit of luminous intensity, now replaced by the SI unit candela.
4. a fast growing, light colored, upward-growing shoot on a pine tree in the spring. As growth slows in summer, the shoot darkens and is no longer highlighted to one’s view.

Related terms

• candelabrum
• candela
• candid
• candidate
• candlepower
• candlestick
• chandelier
• chandler
• chandlery

Verb

1. To observe the growth of an embryo inside an egg, using a bright light source.
2. To dry greenware prior to beginning of the firing cycle, setting the kiln at 200° Celsius until all water is removed from the greenware.