Synonyms for

Chandler

Verb / ˈtʃændlɜ: / Another word for chandler — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Chandler is a person who makes or sells candles.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

purveyor vendor supplier merchant

Informal

seller shopkeeper dealer

Literary

purveyor of wares purveyor of goods

Antonyms

buyer consumer customer recipient user client

Common collocations

  • ship chandler
  • candle chandler
  • master chandler
  • chandler's shop
  • chandler and grocer
  • chandler and provisioner

Word family

noun chandlery
verb chandle

Usage note

Historically, a chandler was a dealer in candles and other household supplies. Today, the term is most commonly used in the context of 'ship chandler', referring to a dealer in provisions and supplies for ships.

Example sentences

  1. The chandler made a beautiful scented candle.
  2. We visited a chandler's shop on our vacation and bought a set of candles.
  3. The chandler used beeswax to make his candles.
  4. My friend's mom is a chandler and she makes unique candles for her customers.
  5. The chandler had a variety of candles in different shapes and sizes.

Quotes

  • "I love the smell of candles. The chandler's shop always smells so good." - Unknown
  • "A candle loses nothing by lighting another candle." - James Keller
  • "A chandler is someone who makes candles. It's also a last name." - Chandler Bing

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