lantern
Prononciation : [ˈlæn.tərn]
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Contexte : « light source »
(noun) a lantern is a type of container that holds a light source, usually a candle or a bulb, and allows light to shine through. People use lanterns to see in the dark, like when camping or during a power outage.
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We used a lantern to light our campsite at night.
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The party was dark because we forgot to bring a lantern.
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Can you find the lantern we used last summer?
Contexte : « warning signal »
(noun) a lantern can also refer to a light used as a signal, for example, on a boat or in a building to show something important. It can help people know when it's safe or when something is happening.
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The lantern on the dock showed that it was safe to come in.
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Without the warning lantern, the boat couldn't see where to go.
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What does the color of the lantern mean in this situation?
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