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lanterns

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Main Entry:
lan·tern 
          Listen to the pronunciation of lantern
Pronunciation:
\ˈlan-tərn\
Function:
noun
Usage:
often attributive
Etymology:
Middle English lanterne, from Anglo-French, from Latin lanterna, from Greek lamptēr, from lampein to shine — more at lamp
Date:
13th century
1: a usually portable protective case for a light with transparent openings — compare chinese lantern2 aobsolete : lighthouse b: the chamber in a lighthouse containing the light c: a structure with glazed or open sides above an opening in a roof for light or ventilation d: a small tower or cupola or one stage of a cupola3: projector 2b


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