chandelier

Definition

A decorative light fixture suspended from the ceiling, typically featuring multiple arms or branches that hold bulbs or candles and often adorned with crystals or glass elements.

Example Usage

The grand ballroom was illuminated by an ornate crystal chandelier that cast dancing light across the marble floor.

Origin

From French chandelle, meaning 'candle,' dating to the 14th century when chandeliers held actual candles.

Fun Fact

The largest chandelier in the world hangs in the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque in Oman and weighs over 8 tons.

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