lantern
Translation
lantern, lamp
Examples
We hung paper lanterns for the party.
We hung paper lanterns for the party.
He carried an old oil lantern.
He carried an old oil lantern.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the/possessive)) lantern a lamp with a transparent case protecting the flame or bulb We hung paper lanterns for the party.
Similar Words
Synonyms: lamp, light, torch
Etymology
From Old French 'lanterne', from Latin 'lanterna', from Greek 'lamptēr' (torch), from 'lampein' (to shine).
Memory Tips
Think of it as a portable 'lamp'. The 'tern' part doesn't have a clear meaning, but the 'lan' is like 'lamp'.