candil

/kɑndɪl/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of candle or a light source, often used in tropical or coastal regions.

“The candil on the table lit up the room with a warm glow.”

2. verb

To light or illuminate something, especially with a candil.

“She candiled the path for us to walk safely in the dark.”

Synonyms

  • candle
  • lamp

Antonyms

  • darkness
  • extinguish