noun
Meaning 1
The (male) operator of a magic lantern.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: historical
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: lanternist
Antonyms: none provided
Standard Lemma guide
lanternman
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noun
Meaning 2
A man hired to light a person through the streets.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: historical
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
History
Etymology
From lantern + -man.