electrolier

Electrolier in the Grand Staircase of Sheffield Town Hall, England

Meaning

Noun

A fixture, usually hanging from the ceiling, for holding electric lamps.

Origin

By analogy with chandelier, with the electro- prefix to contrast modern electricity with older candles.

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