luminaire

noun

lu·​mi·​naire ˌlü-mə-ˈner How to pronounce luminaire (audio)
: a complete lighting unit

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The heady grouping of industry luminaires dazzled Chase Koplow, nominated for Condo Sale of the Year. — Hadley Meares, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Sep. 2024 But 16 years after its initial design, the Anders, an undulating, loofah-reminiscent luminaire (and MVP accessory in many of AD’s home tours), remains coveted by designers on both sides of the pond. — Alia Akkam, Architectural Digest, 17 Sep. 2024

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from French, "lighting, source or sources of light, lamp," going back to Old French luminarie, luminaire "celestial body, source of light, illumination" — more at luminary

First Known Use

1921, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of luminaire was in 1921

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“Luminaire.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/luminaire. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.

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