lantern

• Objeto portátil que produce luz, generalmente consistente en una carcasa protectora que contiene una lámpara o vela, utilizado para iluminar.

A portable light source, typically consisting of a protective case containing a lamp or candle, used for illumination.

1. A2formal

   A portable light source, typically with a protective case and a handle, often used outdoors.

   Linterna (portátil)

   • We took a lantern on our camping trip.
   • The old lantern cast a warm glow on the porch.
   • He lit the lantern to see in the dark.

   Sinónimoslamplighttorch

2. B1formal

   A decorative light fixture, often made of glass or metal, used indoors or outdoors.

   Farol decorativo

   • The garden was lit with beautiful paper lanterns.
   • She hung a lantern in the window for the festival.
   • The restaurant had lanterns hanging from the ceiling.

   Sinónimoslamplight

3. Historical light sourceB1formal

   A traditional light source using a candle or oil flame, enclosed in a protective case.

   Linterna tradicional

   • In the old days, people used oil lanterns for light.
   • The museum displayed a collection of antique lanterns.
   • The lighthouse keeper carried a lantern up the stairs.