chandelier

noun

chan·​de·​lier ˌshan-də-ˈlir 

: a branched often ornate lighting fixture suspended from a ceiling

chandeliered

ˌshan-də-ˈlird 

adjective

Illustration of chandelier

Examples of chandelier in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

When opting for a single pendant or simple chandelier, designer Lauren Lowe of Lauren Elaine Interiors suggests a dimmer for more diffused lighting distribution. —Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 28 Sep. 2025

Renowned interior designer Martin Brudnizki's maximalist design aesthetic includes playful glass chandeliers, floral wallpaper, and decadent velvet couches. —Maya Kachroo-Levine, Travel + Leisure, 27 Sep. 2025

Then the chandelier behind was real explosions, the camera team moving the dolly in sequence with Alex [Lawther] acting in the foreground of the whole thing going off in what was essentially one or two seconds. —Leia Mendoza, Variety, 26 Sep. 2025

Snails can look like little elephants, slugs can look like fish, and worms can look like swimming chandeliers. —Literary Hub, 25 Sep. 2025

Word History

Etymology

French, from Old French, candle holder, modification of Latin candelabrum

First Known Use

1736, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for chandelier

• auctioneer
• bandelier
• belvedere
• bombardier
• brigadier
• buccaneer
• cavalier
• chanticleer
• chevalier
• commandeer
• disappear
• engineer

Kids Definition

chandelier

noun

chan·​de·​lier ˌshan-də-ˈli(ə)r 

: a branched lighting fixture usually hanging from a ceiling