candlestick

American  

[kan-dl-stik] / ˈkæn dlˌstɪk /

noun

1. a device having a socket or a spike for holding a candle.

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candlestick British  

/ ˈkændəlˌstɪk, ˈkændəlˌhəʊldə /

noun

1. a holder, usually ornamental, with a spike or socket for a candle

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Etymology

Origin of candlestick

before 1000; Middle English candelstikke, Old English candelsticca. See candle, stick ¹

Example Sentences

At that point the group could be reassessed for signs of stabilization, particularly if bullish candlestick patterns begin to emerge in individual names.

From Barron's

The S&P 500 is showing signs of fatigue near the 7000 level, with bearish candlestick patterns and waning momentum.

From Barron's

But its refineries, like those elsewhere in Europe, can’t keep up with rampant demand and an influx of people cashing in the family silver—things like jewelry, candlesticks and flatware.

From The Wall Street Journal

For those who use candlestick charts, which were developed centuries ago in Japan, that pattern is referred to as a “bearish engulfing.”

From MarketWatch

The bullish candlestick pattern posted on Wednesday indicates sentiment remains positive, the analyst says.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

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