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    Lanterne (en. Lantern)

    /lɑ̃.tʁn/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A basin receiving light, often used for illumination.
    The lanterns were hung from the trees during the festival.
    Les lanternes étaient suspendues aux arbres pendant la fête.
    Lighting device, usually based on a candle or bulb.
    He lit the lantern to illuminate the path.
    Il a allumé la lanterne pour illuminer le chemin.
    Architectural element often at the top of a building, allowing light to enter.
    The lantern of the cathedral was beautifully decorated.
    La lanterne de la cathédrale était magnifiquement décorée.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'lanterna', derived from Greek 'lanterna', meaning 'lamp', 'light lamp'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    magic lantern
    An antique optical device projecting images.
    lanterne magique
    to enlighten
    To be distracted or inattentive.
    faire la lanterne
    dull lantern
    A dim or unnoticed light.
    lanterne sourde

    Related Words

    light
    Emission of luminous flashes.
    lumière
    to illuminate
    To make something visible by light.
    éclairer
    candle
    Cylinder of wax with a wick to produce light.
    bougie

    Slang Meanings

    A way of saying that someone is a bit lost or confused.
    He looks like a lantern, not understanding anything about the situation.
    Il a l'air d'une lanterne, ne comprenant rien à la situation.
    Can refer to a person who thrives in the dark or has low intellectual illumination.
    He's not a lantern; he doesn't bring any bright ideas.
    Ce n'est pas une lanterne, il n'apporte aucune idée brillante.