candelabrum
Americannoun
plural
candelabra, candelabrumsnoun
Etymology
Origin of candelabrum
First recorded in 1805–15; from Latin candēlābrum “candlestick, lampstand,” equivalent to candēl(a) “wax or tallow candle, taper” + -abrum, variant (after stems with an -l- ) of -bulum instrumental suffix; -ā- by analogy with deverbative derivatives; candle
Example Sentences
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The candelabrum, known as a hanukkiah, has been in Bricket Wood, Hertfordshire, for the past three years.
From BBC • Dec. 31, 2024
During Hanukkah, the “Festival of Lights,” Jews light the Menorah, a candelabrum of nine candles, and during the four weeks of Advent Christians light a Yule Log.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 30, 2021
Many Hanukkah observers display their menorahs in areas where the holy candelabrum can be viewed by inhabitants and guests.
From Fox News • Nov. 28, 2021
He lit the large Hanukkah candelabrum, dubbed the "National Menorah," erected in the park with private funds and delivered brief remarks.
From Salon • Dec. 11, 2020
The leaves flared and faded quickly, leaving nothing but a thousand embers, making the tree look like an immense extinguished candelabrum.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
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