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Leuchter

candelabra

noun LOYKH-ter Rare

Also means

candlestick

Usage Note

Leuchter can mean a single candlestick or a multi-armed Armleuchter. The word has a formal, slightly old-fashioned feel; used for decorative pieces at holidays or on festive tables.

Examples

"Der Leuchter mit fünf Armen stand in der Mitte des Esstisches."

Natural Translation

The five-armed candelabra stood in the centre of the dining table.

Literal Translation

The candelabra with five arms stood in the middle of the dining-table.

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