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English
Etymology
From Middle French chandelerie, from chandelier (“chandler”). Equivalent to candle + -ery.
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /ˈt͡ʃændləɹi/, /ˈt͡ʃɑːndləɹi/
Noun
chandlery (countable and uncountable, plural chandleries)
- The art or trade of candlemaking.
- A business, shop or warehouse used in candlemaking.
- An operation (usually, a business) which provides supplies.
- The merchandise of a chandler.
Translations
business, shop or warehouse used in candlemaking