gasolier

noun

Definition of gasoliernext
as in light bulb

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gasolier
  1. light bulb
  2. fluorescent lamp
  3. incandescent lamp
  4. arc lamp
  5. lighting
  6. lantern
  7. candle
  8. lighthouse
Noun
  • Part of a continuing cycle People often think of scientific discovery as a eureka light bulb above the head of a brilliant scientist, but discovery rarely happens that way.
    — Don Figer, The Conversation, 27 Aug. 2026
  • The program provides basic repair services for issues such as leaky faucets, light switches, or even just changing a light bulb.
    — Steve Metsch, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of light bulb
Noun
  • The law prohibits the sale and distribution of screw-base and bayonet-base compact fluorescent lamps.
    — Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 1 Jan. 2026
  • Restrictions on pin-base compact fluorescent and linear fluorescent lamps are set to begin in 2027.
    — Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 1 Jan. 2026
Definition of fluorescent lamp
Noun
  • Also, short detection parameters were not updated from the previous model's incandescent lamps.
    — James Powel, USA TODAY, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Carve out a few hours to visit nearby Bellingham to tour the SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention, which displays one of only three remaining incandescent lamps created by Thomas Edison.
    — Perri Ormont Blumberg Fox News, Fox News, 8 Feb. 2025
Definition of incandescent lamp
Noun
  • The authors concluded by noting the research potential of revisiting other early technologies using the tools of modern materials science, such as vacuum tubes, arc lamps, and early X-ray tubes.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 24 Jan. 2026
  • The cozy living room is the perfect size for a sectional sofa, an accent chair or two, and a dramatic arc lamp to tie it all together.
    — Miles Walls, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of arc lamp
Noun
  • At the beginning of the twentieth century, oil markets were threatened by the transition away from kerosene and gas lighting towards electric light.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2026
  • On the city’s end, officials promised improved lighting in that area and also positioned surveillance cameras at the intersection of 20th and L Streets.
    — Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of lighting
Noun
  • Beyond the basics like comfortable clothing and sturdy hiking shoes, campers often need tents, sleeping bags, camp chairs, lanterns, and coolers to stay comfortable outdoors.
    — Kaitlin Marks, Travel + Leisure, 3 Sep. 2026
  • This time, the team decided to follow the multi-function trend and designed a mini pump that also works as a lantern for your campsite or tent.
    — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of lantern
Noun
  • Many from the Liberty and William Jewell communities, including Barnett’s high school coaches, lit a candle in his name.
    — PJ Green August 30, Kansas City Star, 30 Aug. 2026
  • This pretty fixture works hard as a table lamp, candle warmer, and decor piece, offering a smoke-free way to add ambient light and fragrance to your space without the fire hazard.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of candle
Noun
  • There are countless other chullpas (round, stone structures that look something between a massive pizza oven and a small lighthouse) that house ancient remains, just dotting the foothills of the mountains here.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026
  • And what did the lighthouse do to him to prompt an attack with a golf club?
    — Sean Joseph OutKick, FOXNews.com, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of lighthouse
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“Gasolier.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gasolier. Accessed 6 Sep. 2026.

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