candelabra

/kændəˈlɑbrə/
/kændəˈlɒbrə/
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Other forms: candelabras

Definitions of candelabra
  1. noun
    branched candlestick; ornamental; has several lights
    synonyms: candelabrum
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    types:
    menorah
    (Judaism) a candelabrum with nine branches; used during the Hanukkah festival
    Menorah
    (Judaism) a candelabrum with seven branches used in ceremonies to symbolize the seven days of Creation
    type of:
    candle holder, candlestick
    a holder with sockets for candles
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