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candlestick

American  
[kan-dl-stik] / ˈkæn dlˌstɪk /

noun

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

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

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Note the bearish candlesticks at the top of the pattern with a spinning top on Oct.

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Notice bottoms in this possible cup were formed with positive candlestick patterns, including a bullish morning star and piercing line in the summer of 2024 and spring of 2025.

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The pattern started with some dubious candlesticks in the fourth quarter, featuring a dark cloud cover on Oct.

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Looking at its daily chart, however, this week has seen some dubious candlesticks that hint at fatigue.

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On the weekly chart, Amazon has a history of telegraphing meaningful turns through classic candlestick patterns.

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