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Term: Butter-lamps

Definition:

A butter-lamp is a traditional Tibetan lamp made by filling a metal container with melted butter or oil and lighting it.

Examples:

Noun - Religious Usage:

1. The monks placed several butter-lamps in front of the altar as an offering.
2. During the ceremony, devotees lit butter-lamps to illuminate the room.

Noun - Decorative Usage:

1. The antique shop displayed ornate butter-lamps from different regions.
2. She bought a pair of beautifully crafted butter-lamps to use as room decor.

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1. Butter Lamps for Religious Use
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