lantern
/ˈlæntərn/
noun
- A portable light source with a protective case, often used outdoors or for decoration.
- She carried a small lantern to see the path in the dark.
- We hung a lantern from the tree to light up the campsite.
- The paper lanterns glowed softly at the festival.
- The glass or transparent part of a lighthouse that contains the light.
- The lighthouse keeper climbed up to clean the lantern.
- A storm damaged the lantern, so the light went out.
- The lantern of the old lighthouse could be seen for miles.
- A structure on top of a building or dome that lets in light or air.
- Architects added a lantern to brighten the central room.
- The lantern on the roof provides natural light to the staircase.
- The church has a beautiful lantern above the main hall.