Lamp (Noun)

Meaning ¹

An artificial source of visible illumination.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

• The lamp on the bedside table cast a warm glow over the room.
• She turned on the lamp to read her book in the evening.
• The desk lamp provided just the right amount of light for her to work.
• He switched off the lamp and went to bed, feeling tired.
• The floor lamp in the corner of the room added a touch of elegance to the decor.

Hyponyms

• Photoflash
• Neon Induction Lamp
• Street Lamp
• Flash Bulb
• Rear Lamp
• Spot
• Sodium-vapour Lamp
• Kerosene Lamp
• Tail Lamp
• Flash Lamp
• Tornado Lantern
• Flashbulb
• Rear Light
• Hurricane Lantern
• Storm Lamp
• Calcium Light
• Flashgun
• Taper
• Wax Light
• Neon Tube
• Storm Lantern
• Kerosine Lamp

Meaning ²

A piece of furniture holding one or more electric light bulbs.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

• The table in the corner had a beautiful antique lamp on it that cast a warm glow over the room.
• She switched on the lamp next to her bed and began to read her book.
• The desk lamp was too harsh so he replaced it with a softer floor lamp.
• The lamp on the nightstand was the only light on in the dark room.
• The room was filled with cozy lamps that made it feel like a warm and welcoming space.

Hypernyms

• Article Of Furniture
• Piece Of Furniture