Betty lamp
Betty lamp · Betty lamps
A lamp consisting of a shallow lidded metal vessel with a small spout for a coarse…A lamp consisting of a shallow lidded metal vessel with a small spout for a coarse wick, fueled by tallow, grease, or oil, usually hung by a hook and chain, and used especially in the American colonies.
Meaning
1 senses(historical)A lamp consisting of a shallow lidded metal vessel with a small spout for a coarse wick, fueled by tallow, grease, or oil, usually hung by a hook and chain, and used especially in the American colonies.
Origin
Derives its name from German besser (“better”).Derives its name from German besser (“better”).
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