Chinese lanterns

A form of Chinese lantern — A paper lantern in bright colours used for decorative purposes, commonly painted with Chinese art and calligraphy motifs; some float in the air like hot-air balloons, and some float on water.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of Chinese lantern
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