acetylene lamp
Example Sentences
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Eventually, Congress came to realize that something must be done, and a temporary first lighthouse was built in 1912, an unmanned acetylene lamp.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 6, 2023
Nelson's bench is situated very conveniently under the largest of the hut windows, and had also an acetylene lamp, so that both in summer and winter he has all conveniences for his indoor work.
From Scott's Last Expedition Volume I by Robert Falcon Scott
They looked eagerly through the twilight for a light, expecting that George would have the great acetylene lamp in working order.
From The Call of the Beaver Patrol or, A Break in the Glacier by V. T. Sherman
For once, as Edward remarked, Geoffrey's motor bicycle happened to be in full working order, and in less than five minutes he had his acetylene lamp lighted, and had gone vigorously hooting down the drive.
From The Rebellion of Margaret by Arthur Twidle
The dark one darted across the road and barred the other’s passage, while a warning acetylene lamp was waved in the air.
From Danger! and Other Stories by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
