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
One woman turned her menorah into a seven-candle candelabra for Kwanzaa.
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Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 15 Dec. 2025
Faux fur, candelabras, and a sparkly chandelier can add a luxurious touch to your home.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Dec. 2025
There are three types of overhead lighting (fluorescent, can, and candelabra).
—Zach Helfand, New Yorker, 29 Nov. 2025
This was followed by a glimpse of the lavish table, which had been decorated with black candelabras and cream candles as twinkly lights hung overhead and wrapped the surrounding palm trees.
—Kirsty Hatcher, PEOPLE, 13 Nov. 2025
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Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 15 Dec. 2025
Faux fur, candelabras, and a sparkly chandelier can add a luxurious touch to your home.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Dec. 2025
There are three types of overhead lighting (fluorescent, can, and candelabra).
—Zach Helfand, New Yorker, 29 Nov. 2025
This was followed by a glimpse of the lavish table, which had been decorated with black candelabras and cream candles as twinkly lights hung overhead and wrapped the surrounding palm trees.
—Kirsty Hatcher, PEOPLE, 13 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for candelabra
Noun
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The Princess of Wales re-wore her 2019 Gucci two-tone gown in shades of raspberry and aubergine, accessorizing with Greville chandelier earrings and carrying a burgundy Prada clutch.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
23 Feb. 2026
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At one point, there were performers dressed as candelabras, moving candelabra floor lamps, while attached to a large dangling candelabra chandelier.—
Pien Huang,
NPR,
22 Feb. 2026
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Housed in a pretty floral container, this candle is the perfect size for a bedroom or bathroom and adds a little touch of springtime to any space.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
25 Feb. 2026
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When cleaning is complete, light an odor-removing candle, kick back and relish in your accomplishment.—
Claire Peltier,
ABC News,
24 Feb. 2026
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“Candelabra.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/candelabra. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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