slush-lamp

Dictionary of Australasian Words Phrases and Usages by Edward E. Morris

n. a lamp made by filling an oldtin with fat and putting a rag in for wick. The word, thoughnot exclusively Australian, is more common in the Australianbush than elsewhere. Compare English slush-horn, hornfor holding grease; slush-pot, pot for holding grease,etc.

1883. J. Keighley, `Who are You?' p. 45:

«The slush-lamp shone with a smoky light.»

1890. `The Argus,' Sept.20, p.13, col. 6:

«Occasionally the men will give Christy Minstrel concerts, whenthey illuminate the wool-shed with slush-lamps, and invite allon the station.»

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