Dictionary of Medieval Terms and Phrases

CANDLES

Candles: translation

An essential but expensive part of medieval Christianity, and in ordinary use for domestic lighting. For example, at the funeral of Henry V, 60 candles, each weighing 14 lb, were carried; 40 lb candles were not uncommon on other special occasions.
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  1. candles—Candles translation Candles The word candle candela from candeo to burn was introduced into the English language as an ecclesiastical term probably as early as the eight...Catholic encyclopedia
  2. candles—noun застывшая носовая слизь...Англо-русский словарь непристойных выражений
  3. candles—свчки...Англо-український словник