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10 Language-to-English DictionariesLanthorn
/ˈlan.θɔrn/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A lantern, especially one that is enclosed and used for illumination.
"The old lanthorn hung from the ceiling, casting a warm glow over the room." - 2
A structure or chamber in a building that allows light to enter, often found in domes.
"The lanthorn atop the cathedral provided a stunning view of the city skyline."
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'lanthorn' originates from Middle English 'lanterne', which is derived from Old French 'lanterne', and ultimately from Latin 'lanterna', meaning 'lamp'. Historically, it referred to a portable light source, often used in the context of medieval architecture and literature.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Lanthorn" is said worldwide
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lanterne
Transliteration: lantern
"La lanterne éclairait le chemin dans la nuit."
Laterne
Transliteration: laterne
"Die Laterne leuchtete hell im Dunkeln."
lanterna
Transliteration: lanterna
"La lanterna illuminava il sentiero nella notte."
linterna
Transliteration: linterna
"La linterna iluminaba el camino en la oscuridad."
lanterna
Transliteration: lanterna
"A lanterna iluminava o caminho na escuridão."
दीपक
Transliteration: deepak
"दीपक ने रात में रास्ता रोशन किया।"
灯笼
Transliteration: dēnglóng
"灯笼在黑暗中照亮了道路。"
랜턴
Transliteration: raenteon
"랜턴이 어둠 속에서 길을 밝혔습니다."
ランタン
Transliteration: rantan
"ランタンが暗闇の中で道を照らしました。"
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