LAMP, n. [L. lampas; Gr. to shine; Heb.] 1. A vessel for containing oil to be burned by means of a wick; or a light, a burning wick inserted in a vessel of oil. Hence,2. Figuratively, a light of any kind. The moon is called the lamp of heaven.Thy gentle eyes send forth a quickening spirit, to feed the dying lamp of life within me.Lamp of safety, or safety lamp, a lamp for lighting coal mines, without exposing workmen to the explosion of inflammable air.
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