The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48:

Chandelier \Chan`de*lier"\, n. [F. See Chandler.]
   1. A candlestick, lamp, stand, gas fixture, or the like,
      having several branches; esp., one hanging from the
      ceiling.
      [1913 Webster]

   2. (Fort.) A movable parapet, serving to support fascines to
      cover pioneers. [Obs.]
      [1913 Webster]

WordNet (r) 3.0 (2006):

chandelier
    n 1: branched lighting fixture; often ornate; hangs from the
         ceiling [syn: chandelier, pendant, pendent]