Candlestick (noun)

A device used to hold a candle, typically made of metal or other heat-resistant material.

Origin:

From the middle english word 'candlestik' meaning 'a support for a candle'.

Examples:

1. The candlestick was used to provide light in the room during the power outage.
2. The candlestick was a decorative item, adding elegance to the table setting.
3. The candlestick was passed down from her grandmother, a cherished family heirloom.
4. The candlestick was a popular item at the antique market, sought after by collectors.
5. The candlestick was made of brass, and had been polished to a gleaming finish.