Illuminant
Illuminant noun - Something that provides illumination.
Usage example: at the time, a spermaceti candle was the brightest indoor illuminant available
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Synonyms for Illuminant
Sconce and illuminant are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Sconce" instead a noun "Illuminant".
Sconce
Sconce noun - A decorative wall bracket for holding candles or other sources of light.
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Synonyms for Sconce
Illuminant and sconce are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Illuminant" instead a noun "Sconce".
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