candlebeam

candlebeam
\\ˈ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷\ noun
Etymology: Middle English candelbem, from candel candle + bem beam
1. : a hanging wooden or metal lighting fixture holding several candles
2. : a horizontal beam or rail used to hold liturgical or votive candles in old churches

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/kan"dl beem'/, n.
a medieval chandelier formed of crossed timbers.
[1400-50; late ME. See CANDLE, BEAM]

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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