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PRONUNCIATION OF TORCHIERE

torchiere  [ˈtɔːtʃɪə] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF TORCHIERE

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Torchiere is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES TORCHIERE MEAN IN ENGLISH?

torchiere

Torchère

A torchère , or torch lamp, is a lamp with a tall stand of wood or metal. Originally, torchères were candelabra, usually with two or three lights. When it was first introduced in France towards the end of the 17th century the torchère mounted one candle only, and when the number was doubled or tripled the improvement was regarded almost as a revolution in the lighting of large rooms. Today, torchère lamps use fluorescent or halogen light bulbs. Halogen torchères usually have a TRIAC dimmer circuit built into the stem. The same circuit will not work in a fluorescent torchère for the same reason that it won't work in other types of fluorescent applications: namely, because the pulsing will cause the arc in the fluorescent tube to become erratic. This is overcome by adjusting the pulse-width modulation in the electronic ballast instead; and most fluorescent torchères use this method. Halogen torchères have been banned in some places, such as dormitories, because of the large numbers of fires they have caused. The torchère was held responsible by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission for 100 fires and 10 deaths since 1992.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH TORCHIERE


Appalachia
ˌæpəˈleɪtʃɪə
bitchier
ˈbɪtʃɪə
breccia
ˈbrɛtʃɪə
cheer
tʃɪə
chia
ˈtʃɪə
churchier
ˈtʃɜːtʃɪə
encheer
ɪnˈtʃɪə
Kampuchea
ˌkæmpʊˈtʃɪə
Placentia
pləˈsɛntʃɪə
raunchier
ˈrɔːntʃɪə
screechier
ˈskriːtʃɪə
snatchier
ˈsnætʃɪə
snitchier
ˈsnɪtʃɪə
starchier
ˈstɑːtʃɪə
tichier
ˈtɪtʃɪə
torchier
ˈtɔːtʃɪə
upcheer
ʌpˈtʃɪə
welwitschia
wɛlˈwɪtʃɪə

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE TORCHIERE

torbernite
torc
torch
torch singer
torch song
torchable
torchbearer
torcher
torchier
torchlight
torchlike
torchlit
torchon lace
torchwood
torchy
torcular
tordion
tore
toreador

WORDS THAT END LIKE TORCHIERE

arriere
bersagliere
bonbonniere
bouquetiere
boutonniere
brassiere
cafetiere
carabiniere
condottiere
consigliere
fiere
mariniere
mentonniere
minaudiere
premiere
riviere
schliere

Synonyms and antonyms of torchiere in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «torchiere» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF TORCHIERE

Find out the translation of torchiere to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of torchiere from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «torchiere» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

torchiere
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

torchiere
570 millions of speakers

English

torchiere
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

torchiere
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

تصدر حرارة عالية
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

Торшеры
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

torchiere
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

torchiere
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

torchère
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Torchiere
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Deckenfluter
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

フロアスタンド
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

torchiere
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Torchiere
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

torchiere
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

torchiere
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

टॉर्चेरियर
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

torchiere
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

torchiere
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

żyrandole
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

торшери
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

torchiere
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

torchiere
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

torchiere
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

torchiere
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

torchiere
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of torchiere

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «TORCHIERE»

The term «torchiere» is normally little used and occupies the 108.857 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «TORCHIERE» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about torchiere

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «TORCHIERE»

Discover the use of torchiere in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to torchiere and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Mastering Autodesk VIZ 2007
Click the Select and Move tool; then change the Z input box in the Transform Type-Ins to 16 ' 10 " to move the light into a position inside the torchiere bowl. xisarianflkrlwmsr" 32; 1Ei'1I1lII' {ill Shift+click and drag the X axis of the new light to a ...
George Omura, Scott Onstott, Jon McFarland, 2006
2
Consumer Guide to Home Energy Savings: Save Money, Save the ...
This book is one of them. Jennifer Thorne Amann is the Buildings Program Director at the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy. Alex Wilson is the founder of BuildingGreen, Inc.
Jennifer Thorne Amann, Katie Ackerly, Alex Wilson, 2013
3
Mastering Autodesk VIZ 2008
In the Top viewport, click in the center of the torchiere in the upper-right corner to place a light (see Figure 11.19). The light now appears in the other viewports. change the Z input box in the transform type-ins to 16 ́10 ̋ to move the light into a ...
Jon McFarland, 2008
4
Cinema 4D 11 Workshop
Modeling. the. Torchiere. For thetorchiere we will model a playful shape from splines. I used a B SPliNe as shown on the left of Figure 2.61. Together with a CIRCLE spline, I subordinated the spline under a SweeP NURBS object. As you can ...
Arndt von Koenigsmarck, 2012
5
Energy Efficiency in Househould Appliances and Lighting
The halogen floor lamp or torchiere was invented originally in Italy in the mid- 1980s. Recognizing a longstanding consumer preference for indirect light, its creators married a powerful new technology, the high lumen linear halogen lamp, with ...
Paolo Bertoldi, Andrea Ricci, Anibal de Almeida, 2001
6
Scientific Protocols for Fire Investigation, Second Edition
Every potential ignition source in the room required examination. Two potential ignition sources were of particular interest: a space heater and a torchiere lamp thrown out onto the front lawn by firefighters (Figure 7.10d). The occupant of the ...
John J. Lentini, 2012
7
Catalog of Copyright Entries. Part 4. Works of Art, Etc. New ...
Westinghouse lamp со., New Tort 90»-** Carroll (Leon) Designs: Deluxe torchiere. Two circular pi* forms resting on an interlocking two- piece hase and accommodate lamps sS around ; paper torchiere fitted in cet- ter for illumination. © 1 с Oct ...
Library of Congress. Copyright Office, 1931
8
Texas Monthly
I he sophisticated, sleek torchiere from Laurel. A glowing fountain tossing its beam up, illuminating your nights. Choose a polished brass finish or glossy black and chrome. With three levels of light that you control with just a touch of your hand.
9
Popular Science
Halogen torchiere floor lamp. • Shines light upward, yet fills entire room. • Variable light control switch. • 500 Watt halogen bulb included. • U.L. listed. • Contemporary design. • Glass insert below shade allows light to shine downward also — for ...
10
Hillside House and Home Designs
Torchiere Lamp Halogen lamps generate excessive heat that can create fire hazards. Use compact fluorescent lamps in your torchiere fixtures. They are safer and use much less energy. If you have torchiere fixtures with halogen lamps, ...
australianfloorplans.com

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «TORCHIERE»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term torchiere is used in the context of the following news items.
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Home Designs: Top Amazing Ways to Make Small Space Look Larger
Light is an important factor in creating an illusion of larger space. Recessed spot lighting, torchiere light, skylights and solar tubes can add light to a small room. «Realty Today, Jul 15»
2
For real estate fans, 'Ray Donovan' season 3 is must-see TV
Other one-of-a-kind pieces were found at downtown's Olde Good Things (the torchiere lamps), North Hollywood's AI Modern shop (that horned coffee table), and ... «Los Angeles Times, Jul 15»
3
Holtkotter Introduces The New Plano LED Torchiere. Turning A …
“We are very excited to feature this refreshing new look in LED torchiere floor lamps from Holtkotter”, noted Susan Inderbinen President of LightKulture.com. «Virtual-Strategy Magazine, Jul 15»
4
Shining a spotlight on the best types of lighting for your home
This type of lighting usually comes in the form of an overhead flush-mount light fixture or a torchiere-style floor lamp that directs light onto the ceiling, reflecting it ... «MetroNews Canada, Mar 15»
5
Illuminating solutions for lighting your home
Q. I have used old torchiere-style floor lamps for good reading light next to a sofa or chair where I cannot place a table. Is there anything more updated that can ... «OCRegister, Jan 15»
6
Michael Murphy
I have used those old torchiere-style floor lamps for good reading light next to a sofa or chair where I cannot place a table. Is there anything more updated that ... «Washington Post, Nov 14»
7
GE 100W Replacement LED
@ry-crist @FloatingKirby @cbalisky I used the Cree 60W-equivalent in a torchiere floor lamp with a plastic shade. There's about an inch between the bulb and ... «CNET, Oct 14»
8
Best Bar With Live Music
Formerly known as the First-Class Lounge, the Observation Bar includes original artwork, torchiere lamps, deco tables and chairs and a spectacular view of the ... «LA Weekly, Oct 14»
9
Lighting – Key Style Features
The upward light from a torchiere adds wonderful drama and atmosphere. Remember change is good so give your room a Spacelift! I can help you make your ... «Hometown Focus, Aug 14»
10
Debut Novel Asks: What's A Little Fakery For Family?
His studio, miraculously affordable even for a junior employee of a Midtown magazine, rang with echoes, nothing but a futon, a writing desk, a torchiere wrapped ... «WBUR, Jun 14»

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