sconce

/ˈskɒns/ or /ˈskɔnse/

Definitions

1. noun

A bracket or a small cabinet for holding a candle or other object, especially one attached to a wall or a piece of furniture.

“She hung the sconce on the wall to add a touch of elegance to the living room.”

2. verb

To place or position something in a sconce.

“He sconced the vase on the mantle to create a beautiful centerpiece.”

Synonyms

  • bracket
  • candle holder

Antonyms

  • none