lamplight

American  

[lamp-lahyt] / ˈlæmpˌlaɪt /

noun

1. the light thrown by a lamp.

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Etymology

Origin of lamplight

First recorded in 1570–80; lamp + light ¹

Example Sentences

To confirm their light-sensing role, the researchers covered the centipedes’ antennae with tinfoil, blocking their exposure to the lamplight.

From Science Magazine • Feb. 12, 2023

“This is a totally deliberate tactic,” Zelenskyy said in his nighttime video address to the nation, filmed outside in Kyiv, with the presidential office in the lamplight behind him.

From Washington Times • Mar. 19, 2022

One enterprising truffle dealer seems to conduct all of his transactions in dark alleyways, lit by headlights or lamplight spilling from a nearby window.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2021

I have always loved the image of these kids hiding fire, their faces momentarily illuminated to one another in lamplight, triumphant in their allegiance to the game.

From New York Times • May 1, 2020

And now I’m here, safe, sitting up in bed, writing this by lamplight while Mimi sleeps in the bed beside me.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler