lanterna

Definitions of lanterna
  1. noun
    a tower with a light that gives warning of shoals to passing ships
    synonyms: faro
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    type of:
    torre
    a structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building
  2. noun
    light in a transparent protective case
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    type of:
    lampa, lampada, lume
    an artificial source of visible illumination
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