Lanternless
adj
adj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Without a lantern. not-comparable
"She watched as the lanterns emerged in the north, and then she watched as a lanternless scout headed out to spy and judge the enemy, and bring back information that might help douse the flames."
Example
More examples"She watched as the lanterns emerged in the north, and then she watched as a lanternless scout headed out to spy and judge the enemy, and bring back information that might help douse the flames."
Etymology
From lantern + -less.
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