Meaning
An aerobatic maneuver in which a 180° turn is combined with a climb.
Etymology
Origin: French
From French chandelle (“chandelle”). Doublet of candela and candle.
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2021, 2023, 2026.