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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For a weekend project, incorporate a fire pit, planters, or hanging baskets, or install string lights or accent lanterns to spruce up the space.
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Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2025
The carousel also included snaps of David out of costume in a room decorated with colorful hanging paper lanterns, an artist check-in sign, a gorgeous sunset and more.
—Raven Brunner, People.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Revere lit his lantern and made the ride to warn John Hancock and Samuel Adams of their impending arrests and to help defend the American colonies.
—Richard Johnson, New York Daily News, 13 Apr. 2025
Patrons can buy a floating lantern ($5) and set it afloat on the park's Swan Lake.
—Eric E. Harrison, Arkansas Online, 9 Apr. 2025
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Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2025
The carousel also included snaps of David out of costume in a room decorated with colorful hanging paper lanterns, an artist check-in sign, a gorgeous sunset and more.
—Raven Brunner, People.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Revere lit his lantern and made the ride to warn John Hancock and Samuel Adams of their impending arrests and to help defend the American colonies.
—Richard Johnson, New York Daily News, 13 Apr. 2025
Patrons can buy a floating lantern ($5) and set it afloat on the park's Swan Lake.
—Eric E. Harrison, Arkansas Online, 9 Apr. 2025
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“Lantern.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lantern. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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