lantern roof

English

Noun

lantern roof (plural lantern roofs)

1. (architecture) A roof that allows natural light through.
   • 2021 September 22, “National Rail Awards 2021: Eastbourne - Southern”, in RAIL, number 940, page 45:

     The present station buildings date back to 1886, when they were rebuilt with their distinctive canopy and lantern roof.

Related terms

• roof lantern