Anglepoise
an electric light that you can move into different positions to change where the light shines
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an electric light that you can move into different positions to change where the light shines
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a very strong light that is used for lighting a public building or sports event at night
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a very bright light that consists of a long glass tube containing fluorescent gas
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a light with a strong glass cover that protects the light or flame from wind and rain
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an electric light that shines a small amount of light, especially used in a child’s bedroom at night
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a tall light that stands on the floor and consists of a pole with a lampshade (=cover) at the top
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a small electric light operated by batteries that you hold in your hand. The American word is flashlight
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an electric light in a room with a shade that sends light upwards so that it is reflected
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