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Davy lamp   /dˈeɪvi læmp/   Listen
Davy lamp

noun
1.
An oil lamp that will not ignite flammable gases (methane).  Synonym: safety lamp.





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"Davy lamp" Quotes from Famous Books



... accidents which have occurred from explosions in coal-mines since the general introduction of the Davy lamp, have led to considerable doubts as to its safety, and to inquiries as to the means by which it may be further improved; for experience has shown that, under certain circumstances, the Davy lamp is not safe. Stephenson was himself of opinion ...
— Lives of the Engineers - The Locomotive. George and Robert Stephenson • Samuel Smiles


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