Illuminated points with expressions of approval (except the first) (5)
I believe the answer is:
wicks
'illuminated points' is the definition.
The definition and answer can be both man-made objects as well as being plural nouns.
Maybe there's a link between them I don't understand?
I don't understand the remainder of the clue.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for wicks that I've seen before include "Candle cords" , "Woven cords used in candles" .)