Synonyms of lantern

lantern

noun

as in candle

a device that provides light and that usually has a glass covering and can be carried by a handle

carried a lantern to the barn

Related Words

• candle
• flashlight
• lamp
• lighting
• chandelier
• lighthouse
• headlight
• candelabra
• streetlight
• floodlight
• sconce
• electric
• candelabrum
• light bulb
• spotlight
• arc lamp
• gaslight
• beacon
• fluorescent lamp
• incandescent lamp
• flashbulb
• flare
• flash
• sun lamp
• dark lantern
• flashcube
• gasolier
• illuminant
• girandole
• klieg light

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of lantern

Bulky lanterns, torches, and oversized fixtures can compete for attention, interrupt sight lines, and disrupt the flow of traffic when guests are over. — Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 15 Aug. 2026

Opt for a lantern with a red light mode to avoid attracting nocturnal flying insects at night. — Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 13 Aug. 2026

One option couldn’t be any cuter with its black cats and purple bows, while another features light pink checks with cheerful jack-o-lanterns and pink bows. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Aug. 2026

Keep an eye out for items like handmade wood and metal crafts, traditional Iznik ceramics, colored glass lanterns, fresh spices, and jewelry. — Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Aug. 2026