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chandlery Definition and Meaning in English (chandlery definition)

noun
Synonyms:ship's storemarine outfitterprovisioner
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Chandlery definition: A chandlery is a shop that sells candles, soap, oil, ropes, and other provisions, historically often for ships and boats.

Definitions of Chandlery

  1. 1noun

    A chandlery is a shop that sells candles, soap, oil, ropes, and other provisions, historically often for ships and boats.

  2. 2noun

    Chandlery also refers to the goods or provisions sold by a chandler, such as ship's stores, hardware, and general supplies.

Example Sentences

“The captain stopped at the chandlery to resupply his ship before the long voyage.”

“You can find all sorts of nautical chandlery at the port.”

Synonyms

ship's storemarine outfitterprovisioner

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agent nounchandler

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Chandlery definition: A chandlery is a shop that sells candles, soap, oil, ropes, and other provisions, historically often for ships and boats.
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'Chandlery' translates to 'chandlery' in English. Chandlery definition: A chandlery is a shop that sells candles, soap, oil, ropes, and other provisions, historically often for ships and boats.
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