lamplight

noun

lamp·​light ˈlamp-ˌlīt How to pronounce lamplight (audio)
: the light of a lamp

Examples of lamplight in a Sentence

We could see the glow of lamplight in the window.
Recent Examples on the Web Around Viola’s felled tree, lamplights of historical knowledge flicker like electrified fireflies. Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 13 July 2024 Hues of deep blues adorn the walls and tableware, reminding me of the wide open Pacific, while cozy lamplight and exposed brick in the space took me right back to Pilsen’s warm familiarity. Lauryn Azu, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2024 The selfie camera works fine, capturing my dog under dim lamplight just fine. PCMAG, 30 May 2024 Blood flows darkly and scenes are lighted by flame: a raging fire on the field as Ludvig and his outlaw workers burn the heather, blazing candelabras illuminating an intimidating manor dinner, feeble lamplight beating back the foggy night as Ludvig battles the dirt with his bare hands. Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 2 Feb. 2024 See all Example Sentences for lamplight 

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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of lamplight was in the 14th century

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“Lamplight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lamplight. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.

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lamplight

noun
lamp·​light ˈlam-ˌplīt How to pronounce lamplight (audio)
: the light of a lamp

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