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lantern [′lan·tərn] (engineering) A portable lamp. lantern held by Judas, leading officers to Christ. [N.T.: John 18:3] See : Passion of Christ How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Suddenly, the darkness was made visible by a small dark lantern and Raoul instinctively stepped backward as though to escape the scrutiny of a secret enemy. He then lighted a lantern and with the eldest daughter, Martha, who insisted on accompanying him, went in search. The door swung heavily back, and a short, deep-chested man stood in the opening, with the yellow light of the lantern shining upon his protruded face and twinkling distrustful eyes. |
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