chandelier

noun

chan·de·lier | \ˌshan-də-ˈlir

Definition of chandelier

: a branched often ornate lighting fixture suspended from a ceiling

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Neurons called chandelier cells connect axon to axon, which is weird. — Jacqueline Detwiler, Popular Mechanics, "The Heroes of Science Who Are Unlocking the Brain," 3 Oct. 2018 Applewood Farm features a barn lighted with crystal chandeliers. — Mike Cason, AL.com, "Wedding businesses worry about Alabama marriage license bill," 24 Feb. 2018 Out with the French château chandeliers and the fanciness. — Dylan Landis, House Beautiful, "Amanda Lindroth on Decorating Her Home in the Bahamas," 9 June 2012 The nearly 6,000 square-foot space is an ode to the wonders of ivory crown molding, the beauty of tiny chandeliers, and a space where a haircut, blow-out, manicure, or massage are elevated to another plane of Parisian opulence. — Jenna Rosenstein, Harper's BAZAAR, "We Went To The Chicest Salon In Paris For A French Hair Transformation," 8 Aug. 2017 Throughout the floor plan, the all-white color palette is interrupted only by dark hardwood floors, a tiled fireplace, a few chandeliers and a black center island in the kitchen. — Jack Flemming, latimes.com, "‘Glee’ actress Naya Rivera rocks a home sale in Los Feliz," 6 July 2018 Beside it, Death and Taxes feels like an intimate speakeasy, with a dark interior, chandeliers and comfortable leather couches. — Natasha Bourlin, SFChronicle.com, "Increasingly hip Midtown Reno has a glow that’s not from neon," 29 June 2018 The interiors are designed to be reminiscent of a classic yacht, with glossy timber paneling on the lobby walls; terrazzo floors; glass chandeliers and blue, white and pink furniture. — Chabeli Herrera, miamiherald, "A famous Italian family is opening its first Florida hotel in Coconut Grove — and soon," 26 June 2018 Rent ranges from $1,000 for a 500-square-foot studio to $7,000 for a 2,210-square-foot penthouse suite with three private balconies, 22-foot ceilings, a chandelier and eye-popping views of downtown and the river. — Sarah Gish, kansascity, "Pickleball, saltwater pool, dog park? Tour KC's new riverfront luxury apartments | The Kansas City Star," 15 May 2018

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