Handlamp
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Handlamp is a noun meaning A small lamp carried in the hand.
Meaning
A small lamp carried in the hand.
Example Sentences
The operator went out on to the platform with his handlamp and waved it in the traditional "wash-out" signal across the body. The engineer had been expecting this and responded at once with an acknowledging honk on the horn before bringing this huge, 16-car train gently to a stand at the platform.
Word Forms
- handlamps
- hand lamp
- hand-lamp
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hand lamp, lampion, hand-basher, flashlight, pocketlight, lamplighter.
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