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hurricane lamp

A hurricane lamp is a special lamp designed to work in high winds because it has a glass chimney that protects the flame from being extinquished. (noun)

An example of a hurricane lamp is an old fashioned candle lamp with a tall glass chimney to protect the candle flame from high winds.

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