1. a device or tool used to light candles, typically consisting of a long handle with a flame or ignition mechanism at the end
Usage: often historical or decorative
2. a person whose job is to light candles, especially in a church or religious setting
Usage: archaic or historical

Examples

• She used an ornate brass candlelighter to ignite the candles on the mantelpiece.
• The church employed a candlelighter to prepare the altar before each service.
• A long candlelighter with a spring mechanism made it easy to light tall candles safely.
• In medieval times, a candlelighter was an important role in the cathedral.
• The antique candlelighter had a beautiful wooden handle carved with intricate designs.