English Explanatory Dictionary

luminaria

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A vigil fire used in ceremonies in Native American and Hispanic cultures.
  2. A makeshift lantern used as a holiday decoration, especially in Hispanic culture.
noun
  1. plural of luminarium

Word forms

luminaria luminarias

Etymology

Borrowed from Spanish luminaria.

Synonyms

farolito
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