as in chandeliers
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 candelabras
No expense is spared nor pregnant silence wasted as the camera meanders among opera balconies and palatial drawing rooms, drifting over silver candelabras and silk gloves.
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Elle Carroll, Vulture, 11 Aug. 2025
Crystal chandeliers shimmered, reflecting the warm glow of the candelabras that lined the tables.
—Ian Malone, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2025
Inside, you’re greeted by a massive vintage armoire; several more candelabras are sprinkled throughout.
—Michael Cuby, Them, 26 Feb. 2025
The kitchen included a soft blue accent wall, as well as a chandelier and candelabras which included multi-colored beads to add a bit of sparkle to the room.
—Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 13 Feb. 2025
The candelabras damaged are worth roughly $31,000.
—Francesca Aton, ARTnews.com, 10 Feb. 2025
The candelabras are perfect for a mantelpiece, while the smaller candleholders are fitting for a coffee table or a shelf.
—Sofia Celeste, WWD, 22 Jan. 2025
Elle Carroll, Vulture, 11 Aug. 2025
Crystal chandeliers shimmered, reflecting the warm glow of the candelabras that lined the tables.
—Ian Malone, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2025
Inside, you’re greeted by a massive vintage armoire; several more candelabras are sprinkled throughout.
—Michael Cuby, Them, 26 Feb. 2025
The kitchen included a soft blue accent wall, as well as a chandelier and candelabras which included multi-colored beads to add a bit of sparkle to the room.
—Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 13 Feb. 2025
The candelabras damaged are worth roughly $31,000.
—Francesca Aton, ARTnews.com, 10 Feb. 2025
The candelabras are perfect for a mantelpiece, while the smaller candleholders are fitting for a coffee table or a shelf.
—Sofia Celeste, WWD, 22 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for candelabras
chandeliers
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Arrive around sundown and you’ll be serenaded by an opera singer in the lobby with its towering chandeliers and staff wearing period outfits.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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The Prince Gallery Tokyo Kioicho, a Luxury Collection Hotel is near Tour D’argent Tokyo, where diners can enjoy their meal under chandeliers, and Maz for a taste of Peru.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
2 Sep. 2025
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