Candelabra
a plural of candelabrum.
a candelabrum.
an ornamental branched holder for more than one candle.
Contemporary Examples
Rob Reiner on the State of Romcoms, ‘The Princess Bride’s’ Alternate Ending, and the Red Viper Marlow Stern July 26, 2014
The Director Isn’t Done Yet: An Interview With Steven Soderbergh Andrew Romano July 31, 2014
Borana Joins the Fight to Save Kenya’s Rhinos…and Wants You to Help Too Joanna Eede February 17, 2014
Historical Examples
Mrs. Darrell Foxcroft Davis
Roden’s Corner Henry Seton Merriman
Pompeii, Its Life and Art August Mau
Fighting in France Ross Kay
Peter the Priest Mr Jkai
The Prophet of Berkeley Square Robert Hichens
The Queen’s Necklace Alexandre Dumas pre
noun (pl) -bra (-brə), -brums, -bras
a large branched candleholder or holder for overhead lights
n.
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