candles

noun

Definition of candlesnext
plural of candle
as in lanterns

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  1. lanterns
  2. candelabra
  3. chandeliers
  4. lamps
Noun
  • This is the perfect place to perch some beautiful holiday decor, like oversized ornaments, poinsettias, or decorative lanterns.
    Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Guests can cozy up with fur blankets, warm lanterns, and an assortment of wintery beverages, including the lounge’s signature winter mule.
    Taryn White, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of lanterns
Noun
  • For the interior design enthusiast, gifting the shiniest candelabra or decor tray is a one-way trip to their heart.
    Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Nov. 2024
  • Hanukkah is celebrated for eight consecutive nights and features the lighting of a nine-stemmed candelabra called the menorah.
    Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of candelabra
Noun
  • Abundant candlesticks, stone accents, iron or wooden chandeliers, and dramatic tapestries will channel this mystifying decorating theme.
    Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The space will include vintage chandeliers, mosaic tilework and leather banquettes.
    Jessica Rodriguez, Journal Sentinel, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of chandeliers
Noun
  • The living room furniture, rug, and table lamps would remain in the home.
    Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The history buff and aficionado of old-school style keeps his motorcycles in the garage, where gas lamps and sconces are by Bevolo, and the exterior wall color is Benjamin Moore MoorGlo.
    Kathryn Romeyn, Architectural Digest, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of lamps
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