Headtorch

noun

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Noun
  1. 1
    A torch (flashlight) worn on the head, thus leaving the hands free.

    "Unless you’re glamping – which, let’s face it, bears little relation to camping bar the fact that the two words rhyme – there are a few bits of essential kit you’ll need: sleeping bag and mat, tent, headtorch and suncream."

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"Unless you’re glamping – which, let’s face it, bears little relation to camping bar the fact that the two words rhyme – there are a few bits of essential kit you’ll need: sleeping bag and mat, tent, headtorch and suncream."

Etymology

From head + torch.

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