English Explanatory Dictionary

chandlery

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The art or trade of candlemaking.
  2. A business, shop or warehouse used in candlemaking.
  3. An operation (usually, a business) which provides supplies.
  4. The merchandise of a chandler.

Pronunciation

/ˈt͡ʃændləɹi/ /ˈt͡ʃɑːndləɹi/

Word forms

chandlery chandleries

Etymology

From Middle French chandelerie, from chandelier (“chandler”). Equivalent to candle + -ery.

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