Word
absconce
Phoneticsab·sconce
Definition
n. a small, decorative light that hangs on a wall or ceiling. It is often used to create a soft, warm glow in a room.
n. a small, ornamental light fixture, typically wall-mounted or ceiling-mounted, designed to provide a soft, indirect illumination. Often used in architectural or decorative contexts.
Examples
“The room was lit by a single brass absconce.”
“The hotel lobby featured several antique absconces that cast a warm, golden light over the marble floor.”
“The architect specified that the main hall be illuminated by a series of modern absconces to ensure that the delicate frescoes on the ceiling were not damaged by direct sunlight.”
Examples
simple
“The room was lit by a single brass absconce.”
contextual
“The hotel lobby featured several antique absconces that cast a warm, golden light over the marble floor.”
complex
“The architect specified that the main hall be illuminated by a series of modern absconces to ensure that the delicate frescoes on the ceiling were not damaged by direct sunlight.”
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