English Explanatory Dictionary

electrolier

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A fixture, usually hanging from a ceiling, for holding electric lamps; specifically, a chandelier lit by electricity rather than with candles or gas.

Pronunciation

/ɪˌlɛk.tɹəˈlɪ.ə/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-electrolier.wav /əˌlɛk.tɹəˈlɪ.əɹ/ /əˌlɛk.tɹəˈlɪɹ/ /i-/

Word forms

electrolier electroliers

Etymology

From electro- (prefix meaning ‘electric, electrical’) + (chande)lier.

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