often attributive
1
: a usually portable protective case for a light with transparent openings compare chinese lantern
2
a
obsolete
: lighthouse
b
: the chamber in a lighthouse containing the light
c
: a structure with glazed or open sides above an opening in a roof for light or ventilation
d
: a small tower or cupola or one stage of a cupola
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The light is dimmable, and the lantern is water-resistant for prolonged outdoor use.
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Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 17 July 2025
Japanese style paper lanterns in Tiffany blue hung from the ceiling, while the entry passage to the venue was lined in bamboo and neon lights modeled after the brand’s iconic bird brooches designed by Jean Schlumberger.
—Kelly Wetherille, Footwear News, 10 July 2025
Just inside, a thurible, or incense lantern, hangs in the foyer.
—Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
The rail buff may focus on dining car china, lanterns, switch locks and keys, calendars, timetables or any other artifacts utilized by the railroads.
—Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 July 2025
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Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 17 July 2025
Japanese style paper lanterns in Tiffany blue hung from the ceiling, while the entry passage to the venue was lined in bamboo and neon lights modeled after the brand’s iconic bird brooches designed by Jean Schlumberger.
—Kelly Wetherille, Footwear News, 10 July 2025
Just inside, a thurible, or incense lantern, hangs in the foyer.
—Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
The rail buff may focus on dining car china, lanterns, switch locks and keys, calendars, timetables or any other artifacts utilized by the railroads.
—Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 July 2025
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“Lantern.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lantern. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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