Definition

A type of chandelier that uses gaslight for illumination, often featuring multiple arms or branches to hold gas lamps.

Example

The elegant gasolier hung from the ceiling, casting a warm glow over the dining room.

Conversation

Have you seen the new gasolier they installed in the dining room?

Yeah, it looks stunning and really brightens up the space.

I love how it adds a vintage touch to the decor.

Definitely! It gives the room a warm, inviting atmosphere.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gasolier is derived from 'gas' (from Latin 'gas' via Dutch 'gas', meaning vapor or air) and '-olier' (a suffix used in French to denote a person or thing associated with a particular substance). The word refers to a light fixture that uses gas as a source of illumination.

Memory Tip

Think of 'gas' as the source of light and '-olier' as something that holds or contains it — a gasolier is a fixture that holds gas to provide light.

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