noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The (male) operator of a magic lantern. historical
2. 2
   A man hired to light a person through the streets. historical

Synonyms

All synonyms

lanternist

Etymology

From lantern + -man.

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