Lamp
Lamp noun - Something that provides illumination.
Usage example: I didn't realize it had gotten so dark in the room until my wife came in and turned on the lamp, momentarily blinding me
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Synonyms for Lamp
Lantern is a synonym for lamp in torch topic. In some cases you can use "Lantern" instead a noun "Lamp", when it comes to topics like lighting device, flashlight. popular alternative
Lantern
Lantern noun - Light in a transparent protective case.
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Synonyms for Lantern
Lamp is a synonym for lantern in torch topic. You can use "Lamp" instead a noun "Lantern", if it concerns topics such as lighting device, flashlight. popular alternative
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