lantern
/ˈlæntən/ · /ˈlæntərn/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #4051 in the learning path
灯笼；提灯
Definitions
n. a light inside a protective container, often with a handle
灯笼；提灯
Example
He carried a lantern along the dark garden path.
他提着一盏灯，沿着漆黑的花园小径走去。
Solar lanterns provide affordable lighting in remote communities where reliable access to electricity remains limited.
在仍难以稳定用电的偏远社区，太阳能灯提供了价格实惠的照明。
Collocations
- paper lantern
- solar lantern
- light a lantern
Usage tip
指有外罩的灯，常可提携；不等同于手电筒。
FAQ
- What does lantern mean?
- a light inside a protective container, often with a handle
- How is lantern pronounced?
- UK /ˈlæntən/, US /ˈlæntərn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
