noun

candelabrum

kan-duh-LAH-brum/ˌkændəˈlɑbrəm/

A branched holder for several candles or lamps.

A silver candelabrum holds five candles on the dining table.

A servant lights several candles held on the branching arms of one tall candlestick.

Etymology

Latin candelabrum meant a candlestick or candle stand. The selected English sense keeps that supporting function, specifically for a branched holder carrying several candles.

In context

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More examples

She lights each candle in the candelabrum.
Two brass candelabra stand at opposite ends of the mantel.
Wax drips down the curved arms of the candelabrum.

Forms

candelabrum · candelabra · candelabrums

candleholder noun — An object that supports a candle.

Similar words

candlestick: Usually holds one candle rather than several on branches.
chandelier: Hangs from the ceiling and may use electric lights.