1
a
: any of various devices for producing light or sometimes heat: such as
(1)
: a vessel with a wick for burning an inflammable liquid (such as oil) to produce light
(2)
: a glass bulb or tube that emits light produced by electricity (such as an incandescent light bulb or fluorescent lamp)
b
: a decorative appliance housing a lamp that is usually covered by a shade
2
: a celestial body
3
: a source of intellectual or spiritual illumination
4
: eye sense 1a
—usually used in plural
Examples of lamp in a Sentence
I didn't realize it had gotten so dark in the room until my wife came in and turned on the lamp, momentarily blinding me.
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Each tent has air-conditioning and heating units, electrical outlets, lamps, a mini fridge, and modern comfort amenities.
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Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2025
The vibe at Che Fico is all about fun, with a gorgeous view off the outdoor patio, which has heat lamps to keep you warm, and TVs within viewing distance of every seat.
—Jason Mastrodonato, The Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2025
Flos was founded in Merano, Italy, in 1962 and boasts an extensive catalogue of iconic lamps created by legendary design names — Philippe Starck, Patricia Urquiola, Ron Gilad, Michael Anastassiades and Vincent Van Duysen among them.
—Sofia Celeste, WWD, 7 Feb. 2025
Regardless of category, each room is decorated with vintage prints, artwork by Egyptian artisans, colorful rugs, and brass lamp sconces and hooks.
—Matt Dutile, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2025
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Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2025
The vibe at Che Fico is all about fun, with a gorgeous view off the outdoor patio, which has heat lamps to keep you warm, and TVs within viewing distance of every seat.
—Jason Mastrodonato, The Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2025
Flos was founded in Merano, Italy, in 1962 and boasts an extensive catalogue of iconic lamps created by legendary design names — Philippe Starck, Patricia Urquiola, Ron Gilad, Michael Anastassiades and Vincent Van Duysen among them.
—Sofia Celeste, WWD, 7 Feb. 2025
Regardless of category, each room is decorated with vintage prints, artwork by Egyptian artisans, colorful rugs, and brass lamp sconces and hooks.
—Matt Dutile, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2025
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“Lamp.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lamp. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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lamp
noun
: a device for producing light or heat
Medical Definition
lamp
noun
: any of various devices for producing light or heat see kromayer lamp, slit lamp
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