Candling: meaning, definitions and examples

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candling

 

[ ˈkændlɪŋ ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

egg testing

Candling is a method used to assess the quality of eggs by holding them in front of a light source. This allows one to observe the contents of the egg, including the size of the air cell and any potential defects. It is commonly used in the poultry industry to ensure that eggs are fresh and healthy.

Synonyms

examine, illuminate, inspect.

Examples of usage

  • They practiced candling to check for fertility in the eggs.
  • Candling revealed that many eggs were not viable.
  • She learned the technique of candling before selling her eggs.
  • The farmer uses candling to ensure their products meet quality standards.
Context #2 | Noun

egg quality

Candling refers to the process of illuminating an egg to examine its contents for quality assessment. This technique allows farmers and producers to visually inspect the condition of the egg without breaking it. It is an essential practice in egg production and quality control.

Synonyms

evaluation, inspection, review.

Examples of usage

  • The candling process is crucial in determining the sellable eggs.
  • After candling, only a portion of the eggs passed inspection.
  • She became skilled at candling, improving her egg sales significantly.
  • Candling helps in identifying any potential issues with the eggs.

Translations

Translations of the word "candling" in other languages:

🇵🇹 candelagem

🇮🇳 मोमबत्ती जलाना

🇩🇪 Kerzenlichtprüfung

🇮🇩 penerangan lilin

🇺🇦 кандлювання

🇵🇱 świecenie

🇯🇵 キャンドル検査

🇫🇷 candle test

🇪🇸 prueba de vela

🇹🇷 mum testi

🇰🇷 초 검사

🇸🇦 اختبار الشمعة

🇨🇿 svíčkování

🇸🇰 sviečkovanie

🇨🇳 蜡烛检验

🇸🇮 preverjanje s svečami

🇮🇸 kerti próf

🇰🇿 шамды тексеру

🇬🇪 მომბჟირების ტესტი

🇦🇿 şam testi

🇲🇽 prueba de vela

Etymology

The term 'candling' comes from the practice of using candles as a light source for examining eggs. This technique dates back to ancient times, when people would hold eggs up to the flame of a candle to see inside. The word itself likely derives from the Middle English 'candel', meaning 'candle', which has its roots in Latin 'candela', meaning 'light' or 'torch'. The practice of candling has evolved over the years, with modern methods now using electric lights instead of candles, but the fundamental principle remains the same. Candling is still an important method in agriculture, especially in the poultry industry, helping ensure the quality and safety of egg production.