holophane

/hɒləfæn/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of lamp or light fixture that uses a prismatic lens to refract and diffuse light.

“The interior designer specified a holophane lamp for the reading nook to create a warm and cozy atmosphere.”

Synonyms

  • diffusing light fixture
  • prismatic lamp

Antonyms

  • concentrated light
  • opaque light source