lamp

Nightstand light source

A lamp is a device that produces light, typically electric but historically fueled by oil or gas.

Table lamps and floor lamps are common household fixtures.

The word extends to bulbs themselves: The lamp burned out.

To lamp someone, in older slang, is to look at or stare at them.

She lamped him from across the bar.

electric

bulb

Rounded storage organ

halogen · wattage · cord · switch · outlet · plug · dimmer · filament · socket · three-way

nonelectric

kerosene

Flammable petroleum distillate

wick · flame · paraffin · Aladdin · fuel · chimney · mantle · rushlight · carbide

reading

study

Deliberate learning effort

adjustable · angle · brightness · eyestrain · late-night · concentration · homework · magnifying · drafting · office

light

glow

Steady, soft light

radiance · luminosity · illuminate · gleam · flicker · twinkle · sparkle · lumens · candlepower · halo

symbolic

genie

Magical wish-granting spirit

  • AladdinStoried genie summoner
  • magicSupernatural or illusory power
  • wisdomGood judgment from experience

enlightenment · guidance · knowledge · beacon · Diogenes · truth · votive · sanctuary · vigil

ambiance

warmth

Heat you feel

mood · intimate · soft · relaxation · comfort · bedside · romantic · dim · soothing · atmosphere

parts

shade

Darkness from blocked light

  • baseSupporting bottom structure
  • finialDecorative top element
  • harpPlucked orchestral strings

socket · stem · neck · cord · switch · diffuser · globe · arm · post · tripod

types

torchiere

Tall upward-facing floor lamp

spotlight · floodlight · flashlight · nightlight

decor

Tiffany

Upscale jewelry retailer

ornate · brass · bronze · ceramic · crystal · porcelain · sculptural · minimalist · modern · retro

Categories
Opposites
light source type

lampceiling light

Lamp fixed above

chandelier · recessed lighting · skylight · fluorescent tube · track lighting

illumination vs. darkness

lampdarkness

Total absence of light

shade · shadow · blackout · dark · blackout curtain

Phrases
Family

lamps, carbide lamp, lampshade, headlamp, desk lamp, lampshades, lamppost, lamplight, lamprey

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G