INCANDESCENT LAMP Synonyms: 31 Similar Words

incandescent lamp

noun

Definition of incandescent lamp

as in light bulb

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Recent Examples of incandescent lamp 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 In 1880, Thomas Edison received a patent for his electric incandescent lamp. — Chicago Tribune, 27 Jan. 2024 One of its goals was to increase energy efficiency, which included new standards for household appliances and incandescent lamps. — George Petras, USA TODAY, 2 Aug. 2023 In 1880, Thomas Edison received a historic patent embodying the principles of his incandescent lamp. — Steve Leblanc, Fortune, 8 July 2023 LEDs are much more efficient, requiring less than 25% of the energy consumed by an incandescent lamp. — Los Angeles Times, 20 Sep. 2022

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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

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

Her representatives asked her fans to light a candle in her honor and to donate to her charity, Gloria’s Foundation.

— Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2026
Her representatives asked her fans to light a candle in her honor and for donations to be made to her charity, Gloria’s Foundation.

— Elizabeth Chuck, NBC news, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of candle

Noun

For a welcoming fall porch look, place the fluffy stems in matching planters on either side of your entryway and surround them with gourds and lanterns.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Sep. 2026
High expectations could turn into lanterns and pitchforks quickly.

— Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of lantern

Noun

Pancho’s brother called up the leaders of the self-defense milita, and soon 200 men were combing the hills by flashlight.

— Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2026
This all-in-one portable vehicle jumpstarter also works as a flashlight and power bank, giving you multiple handy functions in one compact device.

— ABC News, ABC News, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of flashlight

Noun

Designers Standefer and Alesch took inspiration from lighthouses and Victorian homes.

— Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 9 Sep. 2026
Visitors today must walk about a half-mile from the parking lot to the Lighthouse Visitor Center before descending 313 stairs to reach the lighthouse.

— Cecilio Padilla, CBS News, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of lighthouse

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