Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
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- [kan-dl-stand]
- /ˈkæn dlˌstænd/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [kan-dl-stand]
- /ˈkæn dlˌstænd/
Definitions of candlestand word
- noun candlestand a slender stand or table, often with a tripod base, for holding a candlestick or candelabrum. 1
- noun candlestand A holder for candles; a branched candlestick. 1
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Origin of candlestand
First appearance:
before 1820 One of the 38% newest English words
An Americanism dating back to 1820-30; candle + stand
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Parts of speech for Candlestand
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
candlestand popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 43% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 50% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
candlestand usage trend in Literature
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