corpse candle
In Welsh and Irish folklore, 'corpse candles' are eerie lights believed to predict death, often appearing in graveyards or near homes of those destined to die.
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Definition
C1Folklore
(mythical, superstitious)A mysterious light believed to appear near the home of someone fated to die or along the path of a funeral procession.
Example
- According to legend, a corpse candle was seen near the old church the night before the funeral.
C1Superstition
(mythical, superstitious)A ghostly light or flame seen in graveyards or marshy areas, considered an omen of impending death.
Example
- Villagers whispered about the corpse candle that appeared by the graveyard last night.
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