gas·o·lier

[gas-uh-leer]
noun
a chandelier furnished with gaslights.

Origin:
gas + -o- + (chande)lier

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gasolier or gaselier (ˌɡæsəˈlɪə) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
a branched hanging fitting for gaslights
 
[C19: from gas + (chand)elier]
 
gaselier or gaselier
 
n
 
[C19: from gas + (chand)elier]

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Gasolier is always a great word to know.
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an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance.
Example sentences
Nineteenth century gasolier, converted to electric chandelier, in the parlor.
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