gasolier

/ɡæsəˈliːər/

Definitions

1. noun

A gaslighter or a device that burns gas for lighting.

“The 19th-century mansion featured an antique gasolier that illuminated its grand foyer.”

2. verb

To burn gas for lighting, typically as a means of illumination.

“The old house was gasoliered with candles and lanterns to create a cozy ambiance.”

Synonyms

  • gas lamp
  • gaslight
  • lantern

Antonyms

  • electric light
  • fluorescent light