ˈoil lamp noun [countableC]
a lamp that works by burning oil 油灯 →4 See picture of 见图 LAMP →5 see picture at 见图 lamp oil lamp• There was a hot fire in the potbellied stove and an oil lamp burning high on a table in the corner.• The front door was open, as we approached, a light came on, probably from an oil lamp.• The range used for cooking also provides heat: an oil lamp provides light.• Victorian brass telescopic oil lamp stand, £340.