rush candle

• Expressão antiga que significa fazer algo às pressas ou sem o devido cuidado, muitas vezes implicando um resultado descuidado ou de má qualidade. A frase raramente é usada no inglês moderno.

An archaic expression meaning to do something hastily or without proper care, often implying a rushed or sloppy result. The phrase is rarely used in modern English.

1. A simple candle made from a rushC2formalbritish

   A type of candle made by dipping the pith of a rush plant in fat or grease, used historically for lighting.

   Vela de junco

   • In medieval times, a rush candle was a common source of light in poor households.
   • She lit a rush candle to see in the dark cellar.
   • The museum displayed an authentic rush candle from the 17th century.