relume

/rɪˈluːm/

Definitions

1. verb

to light or rekindle a flame, especially a fire or a lighted wick.

“The candles were relumed by the sparkler.”

2. noun

a new wick or a new light put on a candle, especially to replace one that has gone out.

“She carefully placed a new relume on the dying candle.”

Synonyms

  • rekindle
  • relight

Antonyms

  • douse
  • extinguish