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candlewick

Pronunciation: /ˈkand(ə)lwɪk/
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Definition of candlewick

noun

[mass noun]
  • a thick, soft cotton fabric with a raised, tufted pattern: [as modifier]:a candlewick dressing gown
  • the yarn used to make candlewick.

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