tealight Meaning & Definition
/ˈtiˌlaɪt/
What Does Tealight Mean?
Tealight is used as a noun meaning 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.
Tealight at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈtiˌlaɪt/ |
| Plural | tealights |
Tealight Definition (Noun)
- 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.
Synonyms of Tealight
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Tealight synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
tealight (plural tealights)
Origin of Tealight
From tea + light, since they are sometimes used to keep a teapot warm. Compare Dutch theelicht (“tealight”), German Teelicht (“tealight”).