moonlight tower en · NOUN
Etymology
From moonlight + tower. From being a tower providing illumination akin to moonlight.
Meanings
- (historical) A high tower fitted with arclights, formerly common in 19th-century cities with electricity, as a means of illuminating public spaces.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| moonlight towers | Number=Plur | lexicographic |