lamppost vs searchlight

lamppost

noun
  • The pole that holds up a light so it can illuminate a wide area, such as holds up a streetlight. 

  • A tall, thin person. 

searchlight

noun
  • A light source that projects a bright beam of light in any direction, generally for military use. 

  • The light from the above source. 

verb
  • To scan or sweep across like a searchlight. 

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