Thesaurus results for LANTERN

lantern

noun

Definition of lantern

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

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Recent Examples of lantern John returns to the motel, takes the ring and lantern from Hal and walks through the rubble of Rushville. — Joe Otterson, Variety, 14 Sep. 2026 Vibrant pumpkins and potted flowers pop against the mat—or, flank it with white pumpkins and black lanterns for a monochromatic look that lends a chic Addams Family vibe. — Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Sep. 2026 Decorate the front porch by mixing heirloom pumpkins with potted mums, real candles in lanterns, and wood crates for height and variety, the designer suggests. — Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 10 Sep. 2026 High expectations could turn into lanterns and pitchforks quickly. — Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for lantern

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Noun

Each house holds a standard taper candle and features ornate facades, tiny windows, and rooftops covered in the brand’s signature black-and-white checks.

— Sarah Scott, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Sep. 2026
In the mix are her favorite glass hurricane candle holders and linen lumbar pillows in a hard-to-find size.

— Ingrid Schmidt, HollywoodReporter, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of candle

Noun

So, bareheaded, Comella poked around in these tiny holes, using his flashlight to examine the various documents floating around for FDNY insignia.

— Peter Wilkinson, Rolling Stone, 11 Sep. 2026
Prosecutors said the wounded officer’s bullet-proof vest and a flashlight worn on his vest protected him from serious injuries.

— Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of flashlight

Noun

Coover rested an elbow on the bar and crossed one cowboy boot over the other, his fist-size belt buckle shining under the Tiffany lamps and copper ceilings.

— Kyle Paoletta, Harpers Magazine, 22 Sep. 2026
The lamp is a vintage Serge Mouille piece from Atwood’s collection.

— Matt Goulet, Architectural Digest, 22 Sep. 2026

Definition of lamp

Noun

On the otherwise attractive exterior, the clarity of incised inscriptions in the limestone varies considerably under different lighting conditions and can be too subtle.

— Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 19 Sep. 2026
Knockoff Furniture and Lighting Finally, Jones encourages homeowners to skip the knockoff furniture or lighting.

— Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of lighting

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