noun

lamppost

Lamppost (noun) means a tall post that holds a light to illuminate a street or path. Example: “A dog was tied to the lamppost outside the shop.”

noun

A tall post that holds a light to illuminate a street or path.

"A dog was tied to the lamppost outside the shop."

Informally, a very tall, thin person.

"Her brother's grown into a real lamppost this year."

How to use lamppost

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA street light on a pole; informally, a slang way to describe someone very tall and thin.

Word forms

lampposts plural

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Etymology

A compound of "lamp" and "post," describing exactly what it is.

Frequently asked questions

What does “lamppost” mean?

The word “lamppost” means a tall post that holds a light to illuminate a street or path. In plain terms, a street light on a pole; informally, a slang way to describe someone very tall and thin.

How do you use “lamppost” in a sentence?

Here is “lamppost” used in a sentence: “A dog was tied to the lamppost outside the shop.”

What part of speech is “lamppost”?

“Lamppost” is a noun.

How many meanings does “lamppost” have?

“Lamppost” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a tall post that holds a light to illuminate a street or path.