lighthouse

noun

light·​house ˈlīt-ˌhau̇s 

1

: a structure (such as a tower) with a powerful light that gives a continuous or intermittent signal to navigators

2

: beacon sense 2

Illustration of lighthouse

• lighthouse 1

Examples of lighthouse in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

To stretch your legs, grab one of the resort’s bikes and take the half-hour ride on the narrow, largely traffic-free dirt road down to Punto Allen, a tiny fishing village with a picturesque lighthouse. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Oct. 2026

Instead, at this landmark property you’re treated to 360-degree waterfront views of the Old Port, sailboats, and historic lighthouses. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 20 Oct. 2026

The headset requires a base station (also known as a lighthouse) in order to track, and those are unfortunately no longer available via Valve. — Cameron Faulkner, The Verge, 14 Oct. 2026

A day in Virginia Beach can include a bike ride along the three-mile boardwalk, a visit to a historic lighthouse or coastal forest, and dining at a seafood spot overlooking the ocean. — Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 12 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1606, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for lighthouse

• alehouse
• almshouse
• backhouse
• baghouse
• bakehouse
• bathhouse
• bauhaus
• blockhouse
• boathouse
• brewhouse
• bunkhouse
• clubhouse

Kids Definition

lighthouse

noun

light·​house -ˌhau̇s 

: a tower with a powerful light at the top that is built on or near the shore to guide sailors at night