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
As the pulsar spins, these beams sweep across the cosmos like the beams of light from a lighthouse.
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Robert Lea, Space.com, 21 Feb. 2026
Travel + Leisure said that the lighthouses on Block Island are visual treats to behold.
—Rin Velasco, The Providence Journal, 20 Feb. 2026
The course is dotted with palm trees, papyrus, a lighthouse, a koi pond, and some seriously big pink flamingoes.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 18 Feb. 2026
After rounding Cap de ses Salines lighthouse, the trail heads north past Platja es Caragol and another two gorgeous coves (Roquetes and Carbó) before finishing up in Colònia de Sant Jordi.
—Paul Richardson, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Feb. 2026
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Robert Lea, Space.com, 21 Feb. 2026
Travel + Leisure said that the lighthouses on Block Island are visual treats to behold.
—Rin Velasco, The Providence Journal, 20 Feb. 2026
The course is dotted with palm trees, papyrus, a lighthouse, a koi pond, and some seriously big pink flamingoes.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 18 Feb. 2026
After rounding Cap de ses Salines lighthouse, the trail heads north past Platja es Caragol and another two gorgeous coves (Roquetes and Carbó) before finishing up in Colònia de Sant Jordi.
—Paul Richardson, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lighthouse
Noun
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A little lighting can also go a long way toward adding ambience and safety after dark, from a stylish wall lantern (now 87% off) to shatterproof LED string lights that don’t require a plug-in.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Mar. 2026
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The narrow space is decked out in natural woods and vivid chochin lanterns.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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City records from November show police planned to install six more cameras and increase lighting.—
Cameron Knight,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Mar. 2026
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Fans of the thunder-and-lighting combination — or the former Sonic and Knuckles moniker for Detroit Lions fans — will see the 5-foot-9, 195-pound Brown as a bolt out of the backfield who excels in catching the ball.—
Thomas Jones,
Austin American Statesman,
8 Mar. 2026
Noun
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When Carolyn finally walked through the doors at the back of the chapel and down the aisle, Reverend O’Byrne had to lead the pair through their vows using a flashlight.—
Radhika Seth,
Vogue,
7 Mar. 2026
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Millions of Americans, in other words, could find themselves in a continuous tumble off a cliff, without the flashlight.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
28 Feb. 2026
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Unsurprisingly, Fulham go up-market with a candle for £35, while for the Leeds United fan who has absolutely everything, here’s a wipe-clean table cover which, frankly, has to be seen to be believed.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
4 Mar. 2026
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Brass had its moment, but our experts say to leave behind the sleek metal and instead mix textures, patterns, finishes, and materials by adding this under-$30 rattan lamp and these pretty candle holders into your decor.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Police also issued the driver a citation for his headlight and lack of valid inspection sticker.—
Colleen Cronin,
Boston Herald,
2 Mar. 2026
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The dashboard and headlight carriers?—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
21 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Set in the heart of Charleston’s historic district just steps from King Street, the property feels grand in every sense of the word, from its smooth marble floors and winding staircase to its glittering chandeliers and sheer number of rooms (434, to be exact).—
Annie Daly,
Vogue,
10 Mar. 2026
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Think bubbles, ice chandeliers, dragons, and otters.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
Architectural Digest,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Lighthouse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lighthouse. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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