Meaning Of The Word Hurricane lamp

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What's The Definition Of Hurricane lamp?

hurricane lamp in American English
an oil lamp or candlestick with a tall glass chimney to keep the flame from being blown out
noun: a candlestick or oil lantern protected against drafts or winds by a glass chimney

hurricane lamp in British English
noun: a paraffin lamp, with a glass covering to prevent the flame from being blown out

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