candlesnuffer
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candlesnuffer — /kan dl snuf euhr/, n. Usually, candlesnuffers. a scissorlike instrument for removing the snuff of candles, tapers, etc., usually with a small box for catching the trimmed wick. Also called snuffer. Cf. extinguisher (def. 3). [1545 55; CANDLE +… … Universalium
candlesnuffer — n. device consisting of a long thing handle and small cone on the end of said handle to put out candles … English contemporary dictionary
candlesnuffer — noun an implement with a small cup at the end of a handle; used to extinguish the flame of a candle • Hypernyms: ↑implement … Useful english dictionary
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candlelighter — noun Date: 15th century 1. one who lights the candles for a ceremony 2. a long handled implement with a taper and a candlesnuffer that is used for the ceremonial lighting and extinguishing of candles … New Collegiate Dictionary
snuff — I. noun Etymology: Middle English snoffe Date: 14th century 1. the charred part of a candlewick 2. a. obsolete umbrage, offense b. chiefly Scottish huff II … New Collegiate Dictionary
snuffer — I. noun Date: 15th century 1. a device similar to a pair of scissors for cropping and holding the snuff of a candle usually used in plural but sing. or plural in constr. 2. candlesnuffer II. noun Date: circa 1610 one that snuffs or sniffs … New Collegiate Dictionary
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extinguisher — /ik sting gwi sheuhr/, n. 1. a person or thing that extinguishes. 2. See fire extinguisher. 3. an instrument consisting of a cone shaped cup attached to a handle or the end of a pole, for extinguishing a candle by momentarily closing off the… … Universalium
