Candelabra definition

kăndl-äbrə, -ăbrə, -ābrə
candelabras
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A candelabrum.
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Plural form of candelabrum.
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(nonstandard) A single candelabrum.
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Noun

Singular:
candelabra
Plural:
candelabras

Origin of candelabra

  • From Latin candēlābra pl. of candēlābrum candelabrum

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

Candelabra Sentence Examples

  • In the ordinary temples were candelabra, e.g.

  • The clerk darted around the counter towards the corner, where someone had accidently tipped over a lit candelabra that was now burning the curtains.

  • Special progress has been made in the production of mirrors, electric lamps, candelabra and mosaics.

  • Sterling silver candelabra and white taper candles make a bold formal and elegant statement for any tabletop decoration or mantle.

  • Orange and black pillar candles placed on candelabra or mirrors will cast a soft light over your guests and add to the ambiance.

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