Chandlery
a storeroom for candles.
the warehouse, wares, or business of a chandler.
noun (pl) -dleries
the business, warehouse, or merchandise of a chandler
a place where candles are kept
n.
c.1600, from Middle French chandelerie, from chandelier (see chandler).
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