chandlery

[ chand-luh-ree, chahnd- ]

noun

, plural chan·dler·ies.

1. a storeroom for candles.
2. the warehouse, wares, or business of a chandler.

chandlery

/ ˈtʃɑːndlərɪ /

noun

1. the business, warehouse, or merchandise of a chandler
2. a place where candles are kept

Word History and Origins

Origin of chandlery¹

First recorded in 1595–1605; chandler + -y ³

Example Sentences

Mandy Dowsett, the co-owner of Methley Bridge Chandlery, said there had been a huge emergency response and she had offered her services with the rescue effort.

From BBC

But in recent years the town has lost its chandlery, fish sales office and 60% of the fleet.

From BBC

It was with this mind-set that I decided to raid the home chandlery to find something for a recent white elephant gift exchange with my colleagues.

From Los Angeles Times

It was with this mind-set that I decided to raid the home chandlery to find something for a recent white elephant gift exchange with my colleagues.

From Los Angeles Times

For nine years he would belong to the Ship Chandlery of Ropes and Hodges.

From Literature