单词 | light fitting |
释义 | > as lemmaslight fitting light fitting n. chiefly British and Irish English a part of or fitting for a light; esp. that part which is fixed to a ceiling or wall, into which a bulb is fitted; (also) a complete lighting unit, including a bulb or bulbs; cf. light fixture n.Compare earlier examples, such as quots. 1857 and 1882, in which gas light or electric light modify fitting. ΘΚΠ the world > matter > light > artificial light > an artificial light > artificial light defined by light-source > electric light > [noun] > fixture for lighting fixture1876 pendant fitting1901 light fitting1928 screw-in1969 1857 Era 24 May 1/2 (advt.) Theatrical property for sale... A small panorama..contains gas-light fittings, &c. 1882 Scotsman 26 Dec. 6/5 Electric light fittings are in more request now than since their introduction.] 1928 Pop. Sci. Monthly Sept. 98/3 The light fittings [for a combination electric light and triple stand] may be secured of any electrical supply company. 1946 Times 7 Nov. 10/5 (advt.) Modern house..complete with fitted carpets, curtains, light fittings, &c. 1993 Collins Compl. DIY Man. (new ed.) vii. 333/2 The pendant light is probably the most common light fitting. It comprises a lamp-holder with bulb, usually with some kind of shade. 2018 Irish Times (Nexis) 22 Mar. 10 Curtains, blinds, light fittings and integrated items are included in the sale. < as lemmas |
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