chandelier

American  

[shan-dl-eer] / ˌʃæn dlˈɪər /

noun

1. a decorative, sometimes ornate, light fixture suspended from a ceiling, usually having branched supports for a number of lights.

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chandelier British  

/ ˌʃændɪˈlɪə /

noun

1. an ornamental hanging light with branches and holders for several candles or bulbs

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Other Word Forms

• chandeliered adjective

Etymology

Origin of chandelier

1655–65; < French: literally, something that holds candles; chandler

Example Sentences

I reached up for the nearest branch of the magnolia tree above us, and I quietly snapped it in two, leaving a heavy blossom at the end to dangle like a fragrant chandelier.

From Literature

The chef’s kitchen is entirely white, including the tile backsplash, and comes complete with state-of-the-art appliances, a large island, and a chandelier.

From MarketWatch

The stunning living area features high white and gold ceilings, a navy blue couch, wooden floors, a cozy fireplace, and multiple chandeliers.

From MarketWatch

But this, the original stage, the dress circle, the giant chandelier set with a Star of David and made to resemble the sky at twilight...there was nothing like it.

From Literature

It looks like a golden chandelier and contains the coldest place in the universe.

From BBC