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lighthouse
noun
light·house
ˈlīt-ˌhau̇s 
1
: a structure (such as a tower) with a powerful light that gives a continuous or intermittent signal to navigators
2
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During a boat ride organized by Imago Artis Travel, my husband and I admired Capri’s lighthouse, Villa Malaparte, and passed by the Blue Grotto before diving into the sea by a less-crowded grotto.
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Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2025
The lakefront town of about 11,000 residents features popular tourist attractions, including Grand Haven State Park, downtown shopping, a lighthouse, beaches, restaurants, train rides and more.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 3 Jan. 2025
Onsite, enjoy fine dining at Aurelia or The Lawn Terrace, visit the Castle Hill lighthouse, or set out on a private boat to town.
—Monica Mendal, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2024
Built in 1736 and considered the state’s tallest, the lighthouse is a hefty climb at 178 steps.
—Judy Garrison, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2024
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Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2025
The lakefront town of about 11,000 residents features popular tourist attractions, including Grand Haven State Park, downtown shopping, a lighthouse, beaches, restaurants, train rides and more.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 3 Jan. 2025
Onsite, enjoy fine dining at Aurelia or The Lawn Terrace, visit the Castle Hill lighthouse, or set out on a private boat to town.
—Monica Mendal, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2024
Built in 1736 and considered the state’s tallest, the lighthouse is a hefty climb at 178 steps.
—Judy Garrison, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2024
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“Lighthouse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lighthouse. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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lighthouse
noun
light·house
-ˌhau̇s
: a tower with a powerful light at the top that is built on or near the shore to guide sailors at night
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