Lantern (noun)

1. A portable device for giving light, consisting of a case with a transparent or translucent side, typically containing a light source and battery.
2. A roofed structure, typically supported on poles and containing lights, used for lighting a street or public space.

Origin:

From old french lanterne, from latin lanterna, from greek lampter, lampad-, lampas ("torch, lantern"), from lampein ("to shine"). first recorded in english in the 14th century.

Examples:

1. She carried a lantern to light the way through the dark forest.
2. The lantern on the ship helped guide the sailors back to shore.
3. The lantern flickered in the wind, casting eerie shadows on the walls.
4. He lit the lantern and set it on the ground beside him.
5. The lantern festival was a beautiful display of colorful lanterns floating in the sky.