noun
- plural of candler; people who make or sell candles
- plural of candler; people who inspect eggs by holding them up to a light source to check for defects or fertility
Usage: agricultural/commercial
Examples
- Medieval candlers in Europe produced tallow and beeswax candles for households and churches.
- The candlers at the farm carefully examined each egg before packing it for sale.
- Local candlers sell handmade scented candles at the weekend market.
- Professional candlers use specialized equipment to detect cracks and blood spots in eggs.
- The candlers' guild maintained strict quality standards for their products.