Thesaurus results for LIGHTHOUSE

lighthouse

noun

Definition of lighthouse

as in lantern

a tower that is built on or near the shore and that has a powerful illuminated signal to guide ships away from danger The sailor spotted the lighthouse in the distance.

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Recent Examples of lighthouse Strumble Head Strumble Head offers one of the clearest west-facing horizons in Wales, with the eclipsed sun appearing above the Irish Sea beside its iconic lighthouse. — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 15 July 2026 The park is home to the tallest lighthouse on the West Coast, a towering 115-foot-tall white brick structure built in 1871 that millions of visitors have explored for generations. — Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 13 July 2026 The once-in-a-lifetime concert, set beneath the stars at New York’s oldest lighthouse, benefits the preservation of the beloved landmark, which has stood watch for more than 230 years. — Nancy Kane, New York Daily News, 10 July 2026 The lighthouse became the pride of the peninsula, a beloved backdrop for wedding and quinceañera photos and picnics and an image plastered on many local business and nonprofit logos. — Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for lighthouse

Recent Examples of Synonyms for lighthouse

Noun

Nineteenth century Belgian crystal chandeliers and colorful glass lanterns adorn the sanctuary.

— ABC News, ABC News, 7 Aug. 2026
These lanterns weren’t particularly bright, though, meaning that after-dark collisions and near-misses were common.

— Matthew MacConnell, ArsTechnica, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of lantern

Noun

The open outdoor spaces will be finished with decorative paving, landscaping, overhead lighting and outdoor furniture.

— Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 8 Aug. 2026
New lighting and wall labels, redesigned layouts, and the introduction of new services are all aimed at enhancing the visitor experience, while the Uffizi will protect its treasures through improved conservation and security schemes.

— News Desk, Artforum, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of lighting

Noun

When porch days turn into nights, nothing ruins the vibe of an evening gathering or solo wind-down faster than a blinding flashlight or hunting for an outlet.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Aug. 2026
Simply clamp the Smart Jumper Cables with the mini flashlight directly onto the vehicle battery terminals and let the powerful 29600mWh (8000mAh) 4-cell, high-grade lithium-polymer battery do the work.

— ABC News, ABC News, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of flashlight

Noun

Store Craft Supplies Keep beads, paint brushes, and other craft supplies organized by storing them in their own upcycled candle jars with a small label if desired.

— Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 9 Aug. 2026
The table in front of him was empty, wiped clean, even the candle blown out.

— Emma Cline, New Yorker, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of candle

Noun

So, Kruppa mentioned three different reasons that Matrix LED adaptive headlight technology is really important, and the three were safety, light pollution, and blinding people.

— Joel Feder, The Drive, 5 Aug. 2026
Depending on the vehicle, this was generally as simple as popping the hood, removing a cap from the back of the headlight, and changing the bulb.

— Matthew MacConnell, ArsTechnica, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of headlight

Noun

Nineteenth century Belgian crystal chandeliers and colorful glass lanterns adorn the sanctuary.

— ABC News, ABC News, 7 Aug. 2026
The venue’s interior is dark and opulent, with details in black, gold, and emerald green illuminated by mirrors and crystal chandeliers.

— Amy Bradford, Architectural Digest, 5 Aug. 2026