candlelighting

noun — 2 senses

candlelighting

noun

Etymology From candle + lighting.

1

The lighting of a candle, especially as part of a ceremony

2

Judaism The specific time eighteen minutes before sundown when Shabbat or holiday candles are supposed to be lit, according to halacha.

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