Word: Lamp

Pronunciation

/læmp/

Definitions

• Noun: A device that produces light, typically either from electricity or a fuel source such as oil or gas. It usually consists of a stand, housing, and a bulb or flame. For example: “She turned on the bedside lamp before reading her book.”

  • As a metaphorical use : A source of enlightenment or guidance; e.g., “Education is the lamp of life.”

• Verb (rarely used): To illuminate with or as if with a lamp. For instance: “The streetlamp lamps the dark alleyway.”

Phrases

• “To light up the lamp” means to turn on a lamp or produce light.
• “Street lamp” refers to a lamp fixed on a pole or post along a street for public lighting.
• “Lampshade” is a part of a lamp that covers the light source to diffuse or soften the light.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The desk lamp provided ample light for him to finish his homework.”
• Verb: “The moonlight effectively lamped the garden path.”

Synonyms

• Light
• Bulb
• Lantern
• Torch
• Fixture
• Luminary
• Reading light
• Desk light

Related Phrases & Idioms

• “Light a fire under someone”: To motivate or energize them to take action.
• “Carry a torch for someone”: To have a long-lasting affection or love for someone, often unrequited.
• “Under the lamplight”: In a setting where something is clearly visible or illuminated.