lamp

noun
UK: /læmp/
US: /læmp/

  1. A device that produces light, typically using electricity, oil, or gas.

    1. I need a lamp for my desk to see better. [ ] [ ]
    2. The antique lamp illuminated the room with a soft, warm glow, creating a cozy atmosphere. [ ] [ ]

  2. A source of light, either natural or artificial.

    1. The moon is a lamp in the night sky. [ ] [ ]
    2. Figuratively, her wisdom was a lamp guiding many through difficult times. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

light luminary beacon torch
lamp transitive-verb

  1. To illuminate or light up something, often used figuratively.

    1. The stage was lamped before the show. [ ] [ ]
    2. Her smile lamped up the entire room, filling it with warmth and joy. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "lamp" in English means: A device that produces light, typically using electricity, oil, or gas., A source of light, either natural or artificial..

The phonetic transcription of "lamp" is /læmp/ in British English and /læmp/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "lamp": light, luminary, beacon, torch.

Example usage of "lamp": "I need a lamp for my desk to see better.". More examples on the page.