Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chandler
noun
/ˈtʃændlər/
Definition
A chandler is a person who makes or sells candles or other products related to lighting.
Examples
- In olden times, a chandler would be a common sight in marketplaces, selling candles to local households.
- Many chandlers have expanded their businesses to include decorative candles and other specialty lighting products.
Meaning
Historically, chandlers were merchants who dealt in the production and sale of candles and also various types of oils and soap.
Synonyms
- candle maker
- candle seller
