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Electric-Discharge Lamp

Description: An electric-discharge lamp is a type of lamp that produces light by sending an electric current through a gas or vapor, which ionizes the gas and creates visible light.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1: A common type of electric-discharge lamp is the fluorescent lamp, which is widely used for office and household lighting.

Example: The fluorescent electric-discharge lamp above my desk provides a bright and energy-efficient light source.

Sense 2: Another popular electric-discharge lamp is the high-intensity discharge (HID) lamp, commonly used for street lighting and in large open areas.

Example: The electric-discharge lamp along the highway emits a bright white light, ensuring visibility during nighttime driving.

Sense 3: In photography, an electric-discharge lamp known as a strobe light is used to freeze motion and capture fast-moving subjects.

Example: The photographer set up an electric-discharge lamp to create a series of stunning freeze-frame images.

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