argand lamp
Argand lamp
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Definitions of argand lamp words
- noun argand lamp an oil lamp with a chimney, having a tubular wick that permits air to reach the center of the flame. 1
- noun argand lamp A lamp with a circular hollow wick and glass chimney which allow a current of air both inside and outside of the flame. 0
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Origin of argand lamp
First appearance:
before 1795 One of the 43% newest English words
1795-1805; named after A. Argand. See Argand burner
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Parts of speech for Argand lamp
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argand lamp popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 37% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 72% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
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