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chandelier

chan·de·lier

chandelier

 
pronunciation:
shaen d lir
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part of speech: noun
definition: a single light fixture that hangs from the ceiling and holds several lights. A chandelier is often used for decoration as well as for lighting a room. Some chandeliers are very large and found only in very formal rooms. Originally, chandeliers held real candles.
 
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