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fanlight

Pronunciation: /ˈfænˌlaɪt/

The English word “fanlight” has 2 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. A semicircular or semioval window over a door or other window, normally having a fan-like structure of ribs; sometimes hinged to the transom.
  2. An electric fan, usually a ceiling fan, that is also a light fixture.

Etymology

From fan + light (“window; source of illumination”).

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