candlelight
Translation
candlelight
Examples
We had dinner by candlelight.
We had dinner by candlelight.
He read the book by candlelight.
He read the book by candlelight.
Grammar Patterns
by ((candlelight)) using the light from candles We had dinner by candlelight.
Similar Words
Synonyms: firelight, lamplight
Etymology
A compound word: 'candle' + 'light'.
Memory Tips
Literally the 'light' from a 'candle'. Think of a romantic atmosphere or an old-fashioned setting.