Chandelier

usgb/ˌʃændəˈlɪr/
noun

A light fixture hanging from the ceiling, usually with many bulbs or candles.

The chandelier in the dining room sparkled brightly.
Visual representation of "chandelier" - A light fixture hanging from the ceiling, usually with many bulbs or candles.

Often appears as...

  • crystal chandelier
  • hanging chandelier
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Luxury Connotation

Chandeliers are often seen as luxurious and opulent, indicating wealth or formal settings.

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The grand ballroom's chandelier added to the opulence of the event.
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Indoor Use

Chandeliers are designed for indoor spaces, primarily in areas like dining rooms and lobbies.

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They installed a vintage chandelier to complete the library's classic design.
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Size Implication

The use of 'chandelier' usually suggests a larger light fixture, smaller ones are often called pendants.

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The ceiling could only support a small chandelier, not the grand one they wanted.
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