noun
chandler
A person who makes or sells candles.
The chandler pours melted wax into molds to make a fresh batch of candles.
Etymology
The Old French word already identifies someone working with candles. English preserves that occupation, covering both making candles and selling them.
More examples
- A skilled chandler trims each wick.
- The village chandler sells candles from a small workshop.
- Two chandlers demonstrate traditional candle making.
Forms
chandler · chandlers
Similar words
- merchant
- Merchant names a seller broadly; chandler in this sense makes or sells candles.