sconce: Meaning and Definition of

sconce

1. a bracket for candles or other lights, placed on a wall, mirror, picture frame, etc.
2. the hole or socket of a candlestick, for holding the candle.

sconce

1. a small detached fort or defense work, as to defend a pass, bridge, etc.
2. a protective screen or shelter.

1. to protect with a sconce.
2. to protect; shelter.

sconce

1. (at English universities, esp. formerly) to fine (an undergraduate) for a breach of rules or etiquette.

1. a fine so imposed.

sconce

1. the head or skull.
2. sense or wit.