as in chandelier
an object with several branches for holding sources of light
An elegant candelabra was placed on the dining table.
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Recent Examples of candelabra
The interior includes three candelabra bulbs and is attached to a wall plate with a curved metal arm.
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Ali Faccenda, People.com, 29 July 2025
The building was a synagogue and the room, which had a magnificent candelabra chandelier at its center, had only a few candles lit.
—Rabbi Moishe Kievman, Sun Sentinel, 22 July 2025
Pieces are embellished with images of lyres, candelabras, flowers, white cranes and native plants.
—New York Times, 22 July 2025
There were string lights overhead, a chess game in the corner illuminated by candelabra, and older friends drinking wine.
—Sloane Crosley, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2025
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Ali Faccenda, People.com, 29 July 2025
The building was a synagogue and the room, which had a magnificent candelabra chandelier at its center, had only a few candles lit.
—Rabbi Moishe Kievman, Sun Sentinel, 22 July 2025
Pieces are embellished with images of lyres, candelabras, flowers, white cranes and native plants.
—New York Times, 22 July 2025
There were string lights overhead, a chess game in the corner illuminated by candelabra, and older friends drinking wine.
—Sloane Crosley, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for candelabra
Noun
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Henderson used sconces and a bold chandelier from Blueprint Lighting not merely for brightness, but as sculptural statements throughout the house.—
Kathy Barnes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Oct. 2025
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The lobby’s living room, with sculptural chandeliers and circular couches, just might inspire a home makeover of your own.—
Angela Caraway-Carlton,
Miami Herald,
4 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The life span of the batteries used in your flameless candle varies depending on battery type, candle model and usage.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
30 Sep. 2025
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Then fill the candle with water, leaving enough space for the wax to float to the top.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Candelabra.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/candelabra. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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