lantern

Meanings

• noun

  A portable light fixture with a handle and a glass or metal container to enclose a flame. It is used to provide illumination in the dark.

  - "She carried a lantern to guide her through the dark forest."
  - "The lantern cast a warm glow over the campsite."
  - "The lantern's light revealed the intricate details of the sculpture."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈlæn.tɚn/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with lantern
chimney , timber , quiver , trembler , giver

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Variants

List of all variants of lantern that leads to same result
lantern , lanterns , lantern fish , lantern fishes , lantern flies , lantern fly , lantern jaw , lantern jaws , lantern-jawed , Chinese lantern , Chinese lanterns , dark lantern , dark lanterns , friar's lantern , jack-o'-lantern , jack-o'-lanterns , magic lantern , magic lanterns

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Etymology

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From Old French lanterne, from late Latin lanterna, from lanterna, a lantern, from lanterna, a torch. The word comes from the Latin word for a torch or lantern.

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Trivia

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1. The largest lantern in the world is the Lantern of Harmony in China, which measures over 13 meters (43 feet) in height and weighs over 400 tons.

2. The first lanterns were made from hollowed-out animal skulls filled with fat and covered with animal hides.

3. In some cultures, lanterns are believed to ward off evil spirits and bring good fortune.

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Related Concepts

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1. torch: A portable source of light, similar to a lantern, but without the glass or metal container. Torches are often used for illumination in dark environments and can be carried by hand or mounted on a pole.

2. flashlight: A portable electric light source, often handheld, that is powered by batteries and produces a focused beam of light. Flashlights are commonly used for illumination in dark environments and can be more convenient than lanterns for certain applications.

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Culture

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Lanterns have been used for various purposes throughout history, including as lighting sources, decorative items, and symbols. In many cultures, lanterns are used during festivals and celebrations, such as the Chinese Lantern Festival and the Diwali festival in India.

How to Memorize "lantern"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a metal or glass container with a handle. Inside the container, there is a flame that provides light.
   - Visualize carrying a lantern through a dark forest, using its light to guide your way.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'lantern' with the idea of light in the dark.
   - Think of camping trips and the lanterns used to light up campsites.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym LANTERN: Light And Never Ending Torch for Nighttime Exploring.

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