candleholder

noun

can·​dle·​hold·​er ˈkan-dᵊl-ˌhōl-dər How to pronounce candleholder (audio)

Examples of candleholder in a Sentence

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Learn to make Turkish-style candleholders The Umatilla Public Library will host a Turkish-style candleholder workshop, a simpler and easier version of the Turkish lamp, at 2 p.m. June 24. Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 June 2025 Start with Accessories Use interchangeable pieces like colorful placemats, candleholders and candlesticks, salt and pepper mills, and even those trendy and oh-so-cute rechargeable lamps as your base. Monika Biegler Eyers, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2025 Design-forward objects also appear in the collection like teak sandstone ceramics and wooden candleholders. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 14 May 2025 For example, break up each block color with white vases and candleholders. Monika Biegler Eyers, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for candleholder

Word History

First Known Use

1846, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of candleholder was in 1846

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“Candleholder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/candleholder. Accessed 26 Jul. 2025.

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