- lantern⇄hurricane lamp orlantern
a lamp in which the source of light, usually a candle or a wick drawing kerosene, is protected by a chimney. - lantern⇄lantern, noun.
1. a case to protect a light from wind or rain. A lantern has sides of glass, paper, or some other material through which the light can shine and can be carried from place to place.
2a. the room at the top of a lighthouse where