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Lighthouse

/lˈaɪˌthaʊs/
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(noun) A tower or other structure exhibiting a light or lights to warn or guide sailors.

In the distance, there stood a dimly white lighthouse.
We saw the gleam of a distant lighthouse.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The tall ____ on the cliff warned the passing ships about the dangerous and rocky coastline in the area.

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