pendant

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Estimated CEFR level: C1 — Advanced

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun an adornment that hangs from a piece of jewelry (necklace or earring)
  2. noun branched lighting fixture; often ornate; hangs from the ceiling
  3. adjective held from above

Etymology

From Anglo-Norman pendaunt, Middle French pendant, noun use of adjective.

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Synonyms

pendent

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