candlewood

• Nom désignant l'un des plusieurs arbres ou arbustes résineux, souvent brûlés pour produire de la lumière.

A noun referring to any of several resinous trees or shrubs that are often burned for light.

1. Resinous tree or shrubC1formal

   Any of several trees or shrubs that contain resin and are often burned for light or fuel.

   Bois de chandelle

   • The pioneers used candlewood to light their cabins at night.
   • Candlewood burns with a bright, steady flame.
   • In some regions, candlewood is still gathered for emergency lighting.