lantern
Pronunciation:
/ˈlæn.tən//ˈlæn.tɚn/noun
Definitions
A case of translucent or transparent material made to protect a flame, or light, used to illuminate its surroundings.
Especially, a metal casing with lens used to illuminate a stage (e.g. spotlight, floodlight).
An open structure of light material set upon a roof, to give light and air to the interior.
A cage or open chamber of rich architecture, open below into the building or tower which it crowns.
verb
Definitions
To furnish with a lantern.
Example: to lantern a lighthouse