tealight

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See also: tea-light and tea light

English

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Alternative forms

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lit tealights

Etymology

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From tea +‎ light, since they are sometimes used to keep a teapot warm.

Pronunciation

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  • Audio (US):(file)

Noun

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tealight (plural tealights)

  1. A small, typically circular candle encased in a thin metal cup, so that it liquefies completely when lit and burns as a wick immersed in molten wax.
    Synonym: tea candle
    • 2004, Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service [1]
      Candles and tealights can be hazardous and must be used in accordance with any instructions.

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