Candlelighting
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Candlelighting is a noun meaning The lighting of a candle, especially as part of a ceremony.
Meaning
The lighting of a candle, especially as part of a ceremony.
More Meanings
- (Judaism) The specific time eighteen minutes before sundown when Shabbat or holiday candles are supposed to be lit, according to halacha.
Word Forms
- candlelightings
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include candle, vigil, eve, run-up, candles, vigils.
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