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LAMP, n. L. lampas; Gr. to shine; Heb.
1. A vessel for containing oil to be burned by means of a wick; or a light, a burning wick inserted in a vessel of oil. Hence,
2. Figuratively, a light of any kind. The moon is called the lamp of heaven.
Thy gentle eyes send forth a quickening spirit, to feed the dying lamp of life within me.
Lamp of safety, or safety lamp, a lamp for lighting coal mines, without exposing workmen to the explosion of inflammable air.
LAMP'ING, a. Shining; sparkling. Not used.
"Seek ye out of the book of the Lord, and read" —Isaiah 34:16, KJV
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