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Word: Bobeche
Speech Type: Noun
mid 19th century; earliest use found in Boston Post. From French bobèche, of uncertain origin; perhaps from the same first element seen in bobine (perhaps on account of its curved shape) + a second element of uncertain origin, perhaps -èche (in flammèche spark)
A disc (usually cupped and made of glass or metal) around the socket of a candlestick, designed to catch dripping wax. Also: such a disc having an ornamental function, often with hanging crystals or other decorative items.
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