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One May Be Lit On A 16 Across Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is VOTIVE which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: VOTIVE

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234%7 Word to describe the appearance of the moon when it is more than half lit but not fully lit
334%10 Essential in capturing well-lit images in dimly lit settings

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We think the answer is "VOTIVE" which means:

    adjective satellite
  • • Dedicated in fulfillment of a vow
  • noun
  • • A hymn or chant dedicated to a particular saint, or to the virgin mary
  • adjective
  • • Dedicated or given in fulfillment of a vow or pledge
  • • Of, expressing or symbolizing a vow. often used to describe thick cylindrical candles found in many churches, lit when making a private vow or asking a private intention.

An example sentence would be:

  • • "She lit a votive and placed it on the altar."
  • • "Devotees often bring votives to the shrine."

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New York Times08 Dec 2010 Across 26
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