nightlamp

noun
UK /ˈnaɪt.læmp/
US /ˈnaɪt.læmp/

A small light you keep on at night so you are not in the dark.

She turned on her nightlamp before going to sleep.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A dim light used to help someone feel safe or find their way at night.

He left a nightlamp on in the hallway.

3. A small lamp placed beside a bed for reading or comfort.

The nightlamp on the nightstand gave just enough light to read.

4. A soft light used to comfort children who are afraid of the dark.

The child hugged her teddy and switched on the nightlamp.