Synonyms for lantern
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
A case of translucent or transparent material made to protect a flame, or light, used to illuminate its surroundings.
Related words
Forms
- Plural
- lanterns → lights, cupolas, fanals…
Example sentences
- cupola Dutch barns, for instance, had gable roofs — and often a cupola for ventilation.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| lantern | rising | |
| cupola | falling |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 5 letters
- light1, fanal
- 6 letters
- cupola3
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (cupola3 = 3 syllables).