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candle

/ˈkændl̩/

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noun

Kerze

A light source consisting of a wick embedded in a solid, flammable substance such as wax, tallow, or paraffin.

Examples :

"The candle on the table gave off a warm, soft light. "

Die Kerze auf dem Tisch verströmte ein warmes, sanftes Licht.

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noun

Filterkerze

The protruding, removable portion of a filter, particularly a water filter.

Examples :

"The plumber replaced the candle on the water filter, ensuring clean drinking water for the family. "

Der Klempner ersetzte die Filterkerze am Wasserfilter und sorgte so für sauberes Trinkwasser für die Familie.

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noun

Kerze

A unit of luminous intensity, now replaced by the SI unit candela.

Examples :

"The old physics textbook described the candle as a unit of light intensity, but we now use the candela. "

Das alte Physiklehrbuch beschrieb die Kerze als Einheit der Lichtintensität, aber heute verwenden wir die Candela.

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noun

Kerze

A fast-growing, light-colored, upward-growing shoot on a pine tree in the spring. As growth slows in summer, the shoot darkens and is no longer conspicuous.

Examples :

"The pine tree in the back yard had many beautiful candles sprouting in the spring. "

Die Kiefer im Hinterhof hatte im Frühling viele schöne Kerzen, die sprossen.

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verb

Durchleuchten

To observe the growth of an embryo inside (an egg), using a bright light source.

Examples :

"The scientist carefully candle the chicken egg to observe the developing embryo. "

Der Wissenschaftler durchleuchtete das Hühnerei sorgfältig, um den sich entwickelnden Embryo zu beobachten.

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verb

Vortrocknen

To dry greenware prior to beginning of the firing cycle, setting the kiln at 200° Celsius until all water is removed from the greenware.

Examples :

"The potter needed to candle the clay pots before placing them in the kiln. "

Der Töpfer musste die Tontöpfe vortrocknen, bevor er sie in den Brennofen stellte.

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verb

Durchleuchten

To check an item (such as an envelope) by holding it between a light source and the eye.

Examples :

"To make sure the letter wasn't damaged, she candleed it against the lamp. "

Um sicherzustellen, dass der Brief nicht beschädigt war, durchleuchtete sie ihn gegen die Lampe.

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