Streetlamp

usgb/ˈstritˌlæmp/
noun

A tall post with a light at the top that is put beside a street to light it up at night.

The streetlamp on the corner flickered, casting shadows on the pavement.
Visual representation of "streetlamp" - A tall post with a light at the top that is put beside a street to light it up at night.

Often appears as...

  • light up the street
  • install a streetlamp

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Neutral

light post, street lighting, urban illumination

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Metaphorical Use

In literature, a streetlamp can symbolize guidance or hope.

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In her poem, the streetlamp stood as a beacon of hope in the dark city.
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Urban Infrastructure

Streetlamps are essential for city planning and safety in urban areas.

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The city council decided to install new streetlamps to enhance public safety.
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Cultural Reference

Streetlamps often appear in film and literature, representing nostalgia or loneliness.

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The scene under the streetlamp was filled with a sense of yearning.
Visual representation of the word "Streetlamp"

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