reverselamp
nounUK /rɪˈvɜːs læmp/
US /rɪˈvɜːrs læmp/
A reverselamp is a light on the back of a car that turns on when the car goes backward.
The reverselamp came on as she backed out of the driveway.
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2. A lamp that produces light in the opposite direction to a main lamp.
The technician mounted a reverselamp to illuminate the rear panel.
3. A lamp used to signal that a vehicle is in reverse gear.
The reverselamp flashed briefly before the truck moved back.
4. A light fixture designed to be mounted in a reversed position.
He installed a reverselamp under the shelf to light the counter.