as in lamp
something that provides illumination
at the time, a spermaceti candle was the brightest indoor illuminant available
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Distilling rock oil produced multiple interesting compounds, one of which looked like an ideal illuminant.
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Choose from a classic green banker lamp style or a more modern design with a white lampshade.Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 24 Oct. 2024
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In addition to light from lamps and candles, Welch utilizes screens to set the atmosphere for a cozy, fall night in.Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Oct. 2024
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So far, the guiding lights to find the comet have been the bright planet Venus and the bright red star Arcturus.Jamie Carter, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024
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The shadow war has increasingly moved into the light since Oct. 7, 2023, when Hamas and other militants attacked Israel.Democrat-Gazette staff from wire reports, arkansasonline.com, 27 Oct. 2024
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The dining room, with expansive retractable windows, will then spill out onto a massive patio surrounded by lush perennials, romantic string lighting and large canopies overhead, resembling the popular piazzas found within the city’s storied walls.Roger Sands, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Cast members rushing in and out of scenes, detailed instructions from production stage manager Jennifer Hsu — which included everything from scene directions to lighting directions, to orchestra directions — and the wings packed with performers made backstage appear chaotic to the casual observer.Maxwell Alexander, The Mercury News, 4 Nov. 2024
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And some of these candle holders will leave you with a beautiful object, once the wax has burned away.Chloe Schama, Vogue, 31 Oct. 2024
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Many brands also recommend reusing the candle vessel after burning.Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 31 Oct. 2024
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“Illuminant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/illuminant. Accessed 9 Nov. 2024.
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