Lightbulb
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈlaɪtˌbʌlb/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Lightbulb is a noun meaning (Singapore, colloquial) An uninvited third person joining a couple's date who prevents or hinders romantic interactions.
Meaning
(Singapore, colloquial) An uninvited third person joining a couple's date who prevents or hinders romantic interactions.
More Meanings
- Alternative spelling of light bulb.
Example Sentences
You two go ahead lah, I don't want to be lightbulb.
When she finally came out her friend joined us. Damn lightbulb leh!
Being an extra big light bulb and eating with two cousins and their husband and fiance.
A young orangutan in the San Diego Zoo became famous for unbolting the screening of his crib, removing the wires, and moving through the zoo nursery, unscrewing lightbulbs.
Word Forms
- lightbulbs
Synonyms for lightbulb
Depending on context, synonyms include gooseberry, third wheel, bulb.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bulb, third wheel, dim bulb, buzzkill, dimbulb, buttonholer.
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