Phrase guide

gas lamp

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A lamp that operates by burning gas (gaseous matter), usually illuminating gas (in any of various types).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: US

Examples

  • Meronym: gas mantle

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: gaslight

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

a lamp that burns illuminating gas

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: lamp

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