Definition of "candling" [candling]

• Present participle of candle. (verb)

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• "The test known as candling, which is usually applied to eggs before they are put on the market, can also be practiced by the housewife in the home."
• "Lachey is trying the alternative medicine practice of ear candling, which is meant to remove ear wax and promote well-being."
• "Yes, the owls are cute, but my first thought was, "I know ear-candling is lame pseudoscience and all, but I still think you're doing it wrong.""