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candlewick

Syllabification: (can·dle·wick)
Pronunciation: /ˈkandlˌwik/
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Definition of candlewick

noun

  • a thick, soft cotton fabric with a raised, tufted pattern: [as modifier]:a candlewick dressing gown
  • the yarn used to make candlewick.
  • tufted embroidery work made with heavy cotton yarn similar to that used to make wicks for candles.

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