Lamp: meaning, definitions and examples

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lamp

 

[ lรฆmp ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

light source

A lamp is a device that produces light by the flow of electrical current, and it is usually composed of a base, a light bulb, and a lampshade. Lamps are commonly used for illumination in homes, offices, and outdoor spaces.

Synonyms

lantern, light fixture, torch.

Examples of usage

  • The lamp on the bedside table provided a soft glow in the room.
  • She turned on the desk lamp to work on her assignment.
  • The street lamps lit up the road on a dark night.
Context #2 | Noun

figurative meaning

In a figurative sense, a lamp can refer to someone who brings light or knowledge into a situation or someone who is a source of inspiration. It is often used to describe a wise or enlightened person.

Synonyms

guide, inspiration, mentor.

Examples of usage

  • She was a lamp of wisdom in the family, always offering insightful advice.
  • His teachings were like a lamp that guided his followers through difficult times.
Context #3 | Verb

informal usage

To 'lamp' is a slang term that means to hit or punch someone with great force. It is typically used in informal or colloquial settings.

Synonyms

hit, punch, strike.

Examples of usage

  • He got lamped in the face for making a rude comment.
  • The bully threatened to lamp anyone who crossed his path.

Translations

Translations of the word "lamp" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น lรขmpada

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฆเฅ€เคชเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Lampe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ lampu

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปะฐะผะฟะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ lampa

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒฉใƒณใƒ— (ranpu)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท lampe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ lรกmpara

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท lamba

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋žจํ”„ (raempeu)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุตุจุงุญ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lampa

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ lampa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฏ (dฤ“ng)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ svetilka

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lampi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆะฐะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒšแƒแƒ›แƒžแƒ (lampa)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lampa

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ lรกmpara

Etymology

The word 'lamp' originated from the Middle English word 'lampe', which came from the Old French word 'lampe', and ultimately from the Latin word 'lampas' meaning 'torch' or 'light'. Lamps have been used for centuries as a source of light, initially with candles or oil, and later with the invention of electric lamps in the 19th century.

See also: lampshade.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,074, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.