Torchere (noun)
taw-sher
A tall ornamental flat-topped stand, traditionally used as a stand for a candlestick.
Early 20th century French, from torche (see torch).
Example sentences
“she searched the drawers for a candle to stand atop the torchere.”
taw-sher
A tall ornamental flat-topped stand, traditionally used as a stand for a candlestick.
Early 20th century French, from torche (see torch).
“she searched the drawers for a candle to stand atop the torchere.”