lighthouse

[ lahyt-hous ]

noun

, plural light·hous·es [lahyt, -hou-ziz].

1. a tower or other structure displaying or flashing a very bright light for the guidance of ships in avoiding dangerous areas, in following certain routes, etc.
2. either of two cylindrical metal towers placed forward on the forecastle of the main deck of a sailing ship, to house the port and starboard running lights.

lighthouse

/ ˈlaɪtˌhaʊs /

noun

1. a fixed structure in the form of a tower equipped with a light visible to mariners for warning them of obstructions, for marking harbour entrances, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of lighthouse¹

First recorded in 1655–65; light ¹ + house

Example Sentences

The men who wrote the note in 1892 had been at the lighthouse to install a different type of lantern and glazing at the top of the tower.

From BBC

A Scottish man has landed his "dream job" as a lighthouse keeper on a remote Australian island.

From BBC

In the track, which she performed on “SNL” earlier this month, Nicks compares herself to a lighthouse, urging women, “Don’t let them take your power.”

From Los Angeles Times

“Much like a lighthouse, we’re a beacon for weirdos,” Sister June added.

From Los Angeles Times

There she married a lighthouse keeper, raised a family and on 4 June 1944 made a weather report that changed the course of history.

From BBC

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