Basic Details
Word: Candlestick
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A holder for a candle, typically made of metal or glass, used to keep the candle upright and to catch dripping wax.
Synonyms: Candle holder, candlestick holder
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Light a candle: To do something small that adds to a greater cause. Example: "You may not change the world, but you can light a candle in your community."
- Burning the candle at both ends: To exhaust oneself by doing too much, often by staying up late and waking up early. Example: "She was burning the candle at both ends with her two jobs and studying."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The flickering light from the candlestick created a warm and inviting atmosphere in the room.
Example 2: During the power outage, we used a candlestick to light up our dining table.
Example 3: Each candlestick on the mantelpiece held a different coloured candle, adding a beautiful touch to the decoration.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the earliest known users of candlesticks were the ancient Egyptians, who made candles from beeswax and used them in their temples and homes?
Famous Quote
"It is better to light a candle than to curse the darkness." Chinese Proverb
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "candlestick" mean?
a) A type of fruit
b) A holder for a candle
c) A piece of furniture
d) A kind of light bulb
Answer: b) A holder for a candle
2. Which of these is a synonym of "candlestick"?
a) Lantern
b) Candle holder
c) Lamp
d) Torch
Answer: b) Candle holder
3. Which sentence uses "candlestick" correctly?
a) The candlestick painted a picture on the wall.
b) She put the candlestick on the table to make the room bright.
c) The candlestick flew over the rainbow.
d) The candlestick played a song.
Answer: b) She put the candlestick on the table to make the room bright.
4. Which idiom means to do something that contributes positively?
a) Light a candle
b) Burning the candle at both ends
c) A drop in the ocean
d) Throwing in the towel
Answer: a) Light a candle
5. What is the opposite of "candlestick"?
a) N/A
b) Fire
c) Illumination
d) Window
Answer: a) N/A
