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Candles

Scope note

Long cylindrical masses typically of tallow or wax containing a wick or loosely twisted linen or cotton threads burned to give light; made by dipping or casting in a metal mold. W

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300037654

Broader Terms used

<candles and candleholders>

Equivalent Terms used

candle

Created

13yrs ago

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