| Pronunciation: | | `kan'dlâbrum
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[n] branched candlestick; ornamental; has several lights |
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CANDELABRUM is a 11 letter word that starts with C. |
| | Synonyms: | | candelabra |
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| | See Also: | | candle holder, candlestick, menorah |
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| Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | \Can`de*la"brum\n.; pl. L. {Candelabra}, E.
{Candelabrums}. [L., fr. candela candle. See {candle}.]
1. (Antiq.)
(a) A lamp stand of any sort.
(b) A highly ornamented stand of marble or other ponderous
material, usually having three feet, -- frequently a
votive offering to a temple.
2. A large candlestick, having several branches.
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