FLUORESCENT LAMP Synonyms: 31 Similar Words

fluorescent lamp

noun

Definition of fluorescent lamp

as in light bulb

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Recent Examples of fluorescent lamp The law prohibits the sale and distribution of screw-base and bayonet-base compact fluorescent lamps. — Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 1 Jan. 2026 Restrictions on pin-base compact fluorescent and linear fluorescent lamps are set to begin in 2027. — Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 1 Jan. 2026 According to a report by the Public Interest Research Group (PIRG), three in four fluorescent lamps are improperly disposed of, thus releasing mercury into the environment. — Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 1 Jan. 2026 This fuzzy star is the Orion Nebula, a vast cloud of hydrogen gas lit up like a fluorescent lamp by young stars gravitationally born inside it. — Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 2 Feb. 2025

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Noun

Yet to me, that history of my grandmother’s single light bulb and low bill is more than a relic of early electrification.

— Destenie Nock, The Conversation, 19 Aug. 2026
The program provides basic repair services for issues such as leaky faucets, light switches, or even just changing a light bulb.

— Steve Metsch, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of light bulb

Noun

The authors concluded by noting the research potential of revisiting other early technologies using the tools of modern materials science, such as vacuum tubes, arc lamps, and early X-ray tubes.

— ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 24 Jan. 2026
The cozy living room is the perfect size for a sectional sofa, an accent chair or two, and a dramatic arc lamp to tie it all together.

— Miles Walls, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2024

Definition of arc lamp

Noun

Also, short detection parameters were not updated from the previous model's incandescent lamps.

— James Powel, USA TODAY, 10 Mar. 2025
Carve out a few hours to visit nearby Bellingham to tour the SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention, which displays one of only three remaining incandescent lamps created by Thomas Edison.

— Perri Ormont Blumberg Fox News, Fox News, 8 Feb. 2025

Definition of incandescent lamp

Noun

Apart from the cleanup, the Kallimarmaro is also getting a new track, upgraded lighting and fresh support facilities.

— ABC News, ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026
The creative team also includes Alex Lacamoire on music supervision and orchestrations, David Korins on scenic design, Gregg Barnes and Sky Switser on costume design, Natasha Katz on lighting design and Peter Hylenski on sound design.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of lighting

Noun

While sharing her beauty secrets with Vogue, the Bollywood star sets the mood by lighting a Dolce & Gabbana candle.

— Jenny Berg, Vogue, 13 Aug. 2026
Both fragrances will be available in a variety of Bath & Body Works products such as body cream, body wash, fragrance mist and a 3-wick candle, among other products.

— Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of candle

Noun

Adaptive brightness smoothly adjusts the display based on the ambient lighting, and while the original Ultra is bright enough to read even in direct sunlight, the boost is welcome in harsh conditions and when using the watch as a flashlight.

— Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 10 Aug. 2026
When porch days turn into nights, nothing ruins the vibe of an evening gathering or solo wind-down faster than a blinding flashlight or hunting for an outlet.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of flashlight

Noun

The unique architecture and porthole windows, the interesting histories and mysterious lore, the picture-perfect lakeside settings … lighthouses never fail to spark my curiosity and inspire me to pull out my camera.

— Midwest Living, Midwest Living, 18 Aug. 2026
On the popular puffin and lighthouse cruise, grab a pair of binoculars and watch the seabirds fly overhead and dive deep into the water.

— Morgan Rizzo, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of lighthouse

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