candlewick

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(-wik′)

noun

  1. the wick of a candle
  2. a soft cotton embroidery thread or fine yarn
  3. candlewicking

adjective

designating thread or fine yarn used for candlewicking

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noun
  1. The wick of a candle.
  2. a. A soft heavy cotton thread similar to that used to make wicks for candles.
    b. Embroidery made of tufts of this thread.

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