kerosene lantern

Fuel-burning light source

A kerosene lantern is a portable light source that burns kerosene fuel, typically featuring a glass chimney to protect the flame and direct airflow.

Before electric lighting became widespread, kerosene lanterns illuminated homes, barns, and campsites.

They remain useful for emergencies and off-grid settings: The power went out, so we lit the kerosene lantern.

Related
  • oilSlippery viscous fluid
  • wickFuel-drawing cord
  • flameBurning gas made visible
  • glowSteady, soft light
  • glassTransparent solid from sand

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Portable battery-powered light source

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G