Word Finder - lanterns

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A case of translucent or transparent material made to protect a flame, or light, used to illuminate its surroundings.

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Especially, a metal casing with lens used to illuminate a stage (e.g. spotlight, floodlight).

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An open structure of light material set upon a roof, to give light and air to the interior.

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A cage or open chamber of rich architecture, open below into the building or tower which it crowns.

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A smaller and secondary cupola crowning a larger one, for ornament, or to admit light.

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the lantern of the cupola of the Capitol at Washington, or that of the Florence cathedral

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A lantern pinion or trundle wheel.

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(steam engines) A kind of cage inserted in a stuffing box and surrounding a piston rod, to separate the packing into two parts and form a chamber between for the reception of steam, etc.; a lantern brass.

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A light formerly used as a signal by a railway guard or conductor at night.

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A perforated barrel to form a core upon.

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Aristotle's lantern

The lanterns hanging from the warehouse ceiling were all lit.

Dark fell, and several of the lanterns in the warehouse were lit.

Lanterns lit the underground, and people huddled in quiet groups.

At last the Land of Lanterns, borrowed from Lucian, is reached, and the Oracle of the Bottle is consulted.

I wish you would go and fetch my satchel, two lanterns, and a can of kerosene oil that is under the seat.

Servants with lanterns were bustling about in the porch.

Closed candle holders are also known as lanterns.

On account of its transparency and its resistance to fire and sudden changes of temperature, mica has been much used for the windows of stoves and lanterns, for the peep-holes of furnaces, and the chimneys of lamps and gas-burners.

These lanterns are entirely handmade from start to finish.

Zeb struck a match and lighted one of the lanterns.

It has the lanterns, hubcaps and top of silver of chromium.

Just Morocco - Lanterns, ceramics, wall hangings, mosaics, wrought iron, and more.

Instead of lanterns, luminaries can also be used.

Sconces are reminiscent of wall-mounted candles and lanterns of times past.

Outdoor wall lights-Outdoor wall lights come in a variety of styles, including lanterns and post lighting, as well as motion sensing lanterns.

It's printed on red flags, lanterns, envelopes, cards, napkins, and other wedding motifs and objects.

Some of the more delicate designs may be better suited to indoor use, while more robust globes may make great outdoor candle lanterns.

Hanging candle holders often feature small tealight lanterns and these look stunning in many situations.

Outdoor candle lanterns are ideal for outdoor parties or for adding a little extra sparkle to a garden during festivities.

There are also metal wall hangings or lanterns and lamps where these candles can be placed and burned.

Table umbrellas as shade for an outdoor wedding with candle lanterns or hanging candle holders beneath the ribs of the umbrella.

Decorating homes or apartments with paper lanterns.

Find designs such as couples kissing, sunsets, lanterns, ribbons and plenty of color options ranging from bold to pastel.

The last day of the holiday is the Lantern Festival, when children of the community carry traditional paper lanterns in a tremendous parade that also includes music, dancing, and the fabled dragon dance.

Decorate your dining area with paper lanterns in bright colors such as white, green and red (the colors of the Mexican flag).

The heads of the dragonettes were as big as barrels and covered with hard, greenish scales that glittered brightly under the light of the lanterns.

He accompanied them on foot as far as the bridge that could not be crossed, so that they had to go round by the ford, and he sent huntsmen to ride in front with lanterns.

And the glow from pumpkin lanterns will light up their masks and costumes, proudly made with their mums, dads and teachers.

The products available from Captain Boom include firing systems, novelties, parachutes, rockets, Roman candles, wedding sparklers, water lanterns, artillery shells, assorted fireworks and sparklers.

This could be a collection of objects that are no longer used, such as lanterns or irons, or items that represent a hobby such as fishing.

Table and floor lamps cast softer light in your living room, and wall sconces, candles and lanterns lend a romantic atmosphere.

At Meddy Bemps you can get younger children involved in the fun of Halloween with click and drag games as well as a tracing game that lights up lanterns.

Decorations can include paper lanterns, vines and garlands, fresh flowers and lights on the tent itself, depending on the company.

Evening affairs will benefit from candle centerpieces that provide lighting, like filigree lanterns and table torches.

Skip the traditional wedding decorations with lights and instead using hanging paper lanterns to light the pagoda at an evening ceremony.

After dark, simple clear rope lights can outline the entire pagoda, or floating candles or lanterns can be used on nearby ponds.

They are often fashioned to resemble other things such as oil lamps, lanterns, or even toadstools.

Wall lanterns-Choose from smaller wall lanterns designed for backdoors and smaller porches or larger lanterns that are perfect for spacious front porches and front doors.

While big lanterns are great for normal activities around the campsite, the LF2 flashlight may become a necessary part of your camping gear.

Red lanterns are suspended around the couple's bed to attract happiness to ensure a long and fortunate marriage.

The end of the New Year period is marked with the Festival of Lanterns which celebrates with singing, dancing and lantern shows.

Thick glass, lanterns or even natural materials such as wood or stone are ideal for outdoor use.

However, those who do erect "trees of light" that are decorated with paper chains, flowers, and lanterns.

Wind chimes, gold paper fans, paper lanterns, and origami swans are also popular decorations.

These Christmas trees are typically decorated with star lanterns made from bamboo sticks, covered with brightly colored rice paper or cellophane.

Colorful paper lanterns would be a nice addition.

Lanterns, colorful beach towels and beach balls can also be used as decorations at the party.

If you have a solid wooden fence, consider adding hooks to the posts and hanging candle lanterns as well.

They decorate it with paper lanterns, Chinese decorations, or holly berries.

The antique lanterns that hang from the ceiling give the establishment the feel of times past.