Found 2 items, similar to Lamplighter.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: lamplighter lamplighter n : (when gas was used for streetlights) a person who lights and extinguishes streetlights
English → English (gcide) Definition: Lamplighter Lamplighter \Lamp"light`er\, n. 1. One who, or that which, lights a lamp; esp., a person who in former times lighted street lamps which were illuminated by a combustible gas; -- such lamps are now little used, and primarily as nostalgic ornaments. [1913 Webster +PJC] He made the night a little brighter Wherever he did go, The old lamplighter Of long, long ago. --Song lyrics. (?) [PJC] 2. (Zo["o]l.) The calico bass. [1913 Webster] 3. A device used to light lamps. [PJC]