candles

noun

Definition of candlesnext
plural of candle
as in lanterns

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  1. candelabra
  2. chandeliers
  3. lamps
Noun
  • Inside the party, candelabras provided muted lighting and spiderwebs stretched up the staircase separating the space's bar and dancefloor, both decked out in Gothic style for the occasion.
    Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 1 Nov. 2024
  • The simple additions of a candelabra and a bust wearing a lacy eye mask set a mysterious tone on the bar cart.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2024
Definition of candelabra
Noun
  • As for larger light fixtures such as chandeliers, homeowners should be sure to center them within the grid.
    Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2024
  • The long, narrow café with frescoed ceilings, Art Nouveau counters, and chandeliers has cases of pastries and artisanal chocolates as well as sandwiches and other savory items.
    Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 16 Oct. 2024
Definition of chandeliers
Noun
  • Murano glass vases, sculptures, works of art, lamps and even the artistic glaze on the stairwell were among the unique pieces designed specifically for this vessel by Italian artists and designers, including by the yacht’s designer, as is the case of the warrior at the entrance.
    Sofia Celeste, WWD, 3 Oct. 2024
  • Hotel rooms are also set up for families on request with motion mobiles, night lamps, baby bathtubs and changing mats.
    Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of lamps
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