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Meaning of lantern slide

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

lantern

Pronunciation:/ˈlæn.tən//ˈlæn.tɚn/

noun

Definitions

  1. A case of translucent or transparent material made to protect a flame, or light, used to illuminate its surroundings.

  2. Especially, a metal casing with lens used to illuminate a stage (e.g. spotlight, floodlight).

  3. An open structure of light material set upon a roof, to give light and air to the interior.

  4. A cage or open chamber of rich architecture, open below into the building or tower which it crowns.

verb

Definitions

  1. To furnish with a lantern.

    Example: to lantern a lighthouse