vela

[ˈveɪlə]

vela Definition

• 1. a candle used in religious ceremonies
• 2. a sail on a boat or ship

Using vela: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "vela" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The priest lit the vela during the mass.

• Example

  The sailors hoisted the vela to catch the wind.

vela Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for vela

• candle
• sail

Phrases with vela

• vela nuptial

  wedding candles that are lit during the ceremony

  Example

  The bride and groom held the vela nuptial as they exchanged their vows.

• set vela

  to set sail

  Example

  We will set vela at dawn tomorrow.

• vela latina

  a triangular sail used on Mediterranean boats

  Example

  The fishermen raised the vela latina to catch the breeze.

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Summary: vela in Brief

The term 'vela' [ˈveɪlə] refers to two distinct objects. The first is a candle used in religious ceremonies, such as the vela nuptial, while the second is a sail on a boat or ship, such as the vela latina. Examples include 'The priest lit the vela during the mass.' and 'The sailors hoisted the vela to catch the wind.'