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SAFETY LAMP

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Safety Lamp.

Safety Lamp - as a noun

An oil lamp that will not ignite flammable gases (methane)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
davy lamp

Example Sentences

"The miner used a safety lamp to illuminate his way in the dark tunnel."
"The safety lamp was invented by Sir Humphry Davy in the early 19th century."
"Coal miners must always carry a safety lamp to prevent potential explosions."
"The safety lamp's construction includes a wire gauze to prevent the flame from igniting any flammable gas."
"George Stephenson's Geordie lamp was an improvement upon the traditional safety lamp."
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