lantern
word
/ˈɫæntɝn/
/lˈɑːntən/
Definition
A lantern is a portable light with a protective cover, often used outdoors or during power cuts. It can use candles, kerosene, or electric bulbs.
Usage & Nuances
'Lantern' usually suggests an old-fashioned or decorative light source, not a modern flashlight (which is called a 'torch' in UK English or 'flashlight' in US English). Common with festivals, camping, and historical contexts. 'Paper lantern' is a traditional type for celebrations.
Spanish: linterna - farol (antiguo)Portuguese (BR): lanterna - lampião (antigo)Portuguese (PT): lanterna - candeeiro (antigo)Chinese (Simplified): 灯笼 - 灯 (手提灯)Chinese (Traditional): 燈籠 - 燈 (手提燈)Hindi: लालटेनArabic: فانوسBengali: লণ্ঠন - বাতিRussian: фонарь - фонарик (старинный)Japanese: ランタン - 提灯Vietnamese: đèn lồngKorean: 랜턴 - 등불Turkish: fener - fener (kağıttan)Urdu: لالٹینIndonesian: lentera - lampion
Example Sentences
She hung a lantern by the door.
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We need a lantern for camping at night.
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The old man carried a lantern through the forest.
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The festival was full of colorful paper lanterns.
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Can you light the lantern? It’s getting dark.
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After the storm, we found an old lantern in the attic.
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