Lamp

usgb/læmp/
noun

A device that produces light.

She switched on the lamp to read the book.
Visual representation of "lamp" - A device that produces light.

Often appears as...

  • turn on the lamp
  • night lamp
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Types of Lamps

Various kinds like desk, floor, or wall lamps, each fit different settings.

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I installed wall lamps to save desk space.
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Literal vs Metaphorical

'Don't hide your lamp under a bushel' means don't conceal talents or knowledge.

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He showed his painting, no longer hiding his lamp under a bushel.
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Cultural Symbolism

In stories, lamps often hold magical properties, like Aladdin's lamp.

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She wished for a real-life version of Aladdin's lamp.
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