chandelier

2 definitions found

chandelier - Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48 :

  Chandelier \Chan`de*lier"\, n. [F. See Chandler.]
     1. A candlestick, lamp, stand, gas fixture, or the like,
        having several branches; esp., one hanging from the
        ceiling.
        [1913 Webster]
  
     2. (Fort.) A movable parapet, serving to support fascines to
        cover pioneers. [Obs.]
        [1913 Webster]

chandelier - WordNet (r) 2.1 (2005) :

  chandelier
      n 1: branched lighting fixture; often ornate; hangs from the
           ceiling [syn: chandelier, pendant, pendent]