candles Get Printable Handwriting Hear It! Say It! Write It! Learn It! Spelling Test Definition plural noun. cylindrical objects made of wax with a wick that burn to provide light. Example Sentence The cake has ten candles. More Example Sentences They bought candles for the celebration. Synonyms tapers; lights; sticks Antonyms campfire Hear It! Say It! Write It! candles Switch to cursive Start Share with your friends: