lamp
n. countable A2 Elementary Oxford US //ˈɫæmp// UK //lˈæmp// lamp
n. an object that makes light using electricity or a flame. You usually find them on tables or floors to help you see in a dark room.
n. a device for providing light, typically consisting of an electric bulb or a wick with oil, often protected by a shade or glass cover.
I turned on the desk lamp to read my book.
The living room was dark except for the soft glow of a small floor lamp in the corner.
Interior designers often use multiple lamps to create layers of light, combining functional task lighting with softer ambient sources to improve the room's atmosphere.
Usage
Commonly used with the phrasal verbs 'turn on' or 'switch off'.