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License plate lamp
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a small light mounted on a vehicle's rear to illuminate its license plate
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
license plate lamps
What is a "license plate lamp"?
A license plate lamp is a small light mounted near a vehicle's license plate to illuminate it at night, making the plate visible to others, especially law enforcement. The lamp ensures that the license plate is clearly readable in low-light conditions, helping vehicles follow road regulations. It is usually a small, weather-resistant light located directly above or below the plate.
Examples
My car 's license plate lamp stopped working, so I had to replace it with a new bulb.
