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chandelier

Pronunciation: /ˌʃandəˈlɪə/
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Definition of chandelier

noun

  • a large, decorative hanging light with branches for several light bulbs or candles.

Origin:

mid 18th century: from French, from chandelle 'candle', from Latin candela, from candere 'be white, glisten'

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