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lighter


Definition: Meaning of, lighter in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈlʌɪtə /

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lighter lighters
[countable]
  1. a small object that produces a flame for lighting cigarettes etc
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  2. a large, open, low boat used for loading and unloading ships
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lighter used in phrases

  • cigar lighter (noun)
    1. a lighter for cigars or cigarettes
  • cigarette lighter (noun)
    1. a small object that produces a flame for lighting CIGARettes, CIGAR s etc [=  lighter]
  • lighter-than-air (adjective)
    1. relating to a balloon or other aircraft that flies because it weighs less than the air it displaces
  • lighter-than-air craft (noun)
    1. aircraft supported by its own buoyancy
  • pocket lighter (noun)
    1. a lighter for cigars or cigarettes
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