The crossword solution for the term 'WHAT CANDLES MAY INDICATE' is AGE, with three letters. Candles have been used for centuries to indicate AGE, either in a symbolic or literal sense. For example, a birthday cake may be decorated with candles to represent the AGE of the person celebrating their birthday. In some cultures, candles are lit to commemorate the passing of a loved one and the number of candles lit can indicate the AGE of the deceased.