torchère

tor·chère

noun \ˌtȯr-ˈsher\

Definition of TORCHÈRE

1

: a tall ornamental stand for a candlestick or candelabra

2

also tor·chiere \-ˈsh(y)er\ : an electric floor lamp giving indirect light

Origin of TORCHÈRE

French, from torche torch

First Known Use: 1904

Rhymes with TORCHÈRE

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