Used in a Sentence

lumen

How to use lumen in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for lumen.

Editorial note

For 800 to 1600, I'd use one of the 1600 lumen bulbs on the dimmer.

Examples12
Definitions2
Parts of speech1

Quick take

a unit of luminous flux equal to the amount of light given out through a solid angle of 1 steradian by a point source of 1 candela intensity radiating uniformly in all directions

Meaning at a glance

The clearest senses and uses of lumen gathered in one view.

noun

a unit of luminous flux equal to the amount of light given out through a solid angle of 1 steradian by a point source of 1 candela intensity radiating uniformly in all directions

noun

a cavity or passage in a tubular organ; "the lumen of the intestine"

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for lumen.

noun

a unit of luminous flux equal to the amount of light given out through a solid angle of 1 steradian by a point source of 1 candela intensity radiating uniformly in all directions

noun

a cavity or passage in a tubular organ; "the lumen of the intestine"

Example sentences

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For 800 to 1600, I'd use one of the 1600 lumen bulbs on the dimmer.

2

Hm. I went to the store and compared CFLs and LEDs for the same lumen rating.

3

For very low to 800 lumen, I'd use the 800 lumen bulb on the dimmer.

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[2] Another approach I've toyed with is three 1600 lumen bulbs and one 800 lumen bulb.

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All I can say so far is don't accidentally turn on an 800 lumen LED while you're staring directly at it.

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That's why I did not go with the simplest conversion, which would be four 1600 lumen bulbs all on the dimmer and no separate switches.

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It looks like they have a number of testing requirements, but their primary goal is to have a good lumen output and lumen/watt ratio.

8

We have the abbreviated lumen, but lack the aggressive gastric chemistry of a carnivore.

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60W incandescent bulbs do not all have the same lumen output, which leads to LED makers claiming "60W equivalent" when they really mean "equivalent to a lousy 60W bulb".

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* The "luminous efficiency" as commonly reported is just the lumen/W luminous efficacy divided by the peak value of 683lm/W.

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There is basically no situation other than being in a shower where I don't have at least one 120+ lumen tactical flashlight, and no firearm-defense situation where I don't have a mounted light and/or handheld light.

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The self-enclosed member can include an inner surface at least partially defining an enclosed region, and an outer surface that turns outwardly to engage a cavity or lumen wall in addition to turning inward to at least partially encompass a central region defining a longitudinal path.

Frequently asked questions

Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.

How do you use lumen in a sentence?

For 800 to 1600, I'd use one of the 1600 lumen bulbs on the dimmer.

What does lumen mean?

a unit of luminous flux equal to the amount of light given out through a solid angle of 1 steradian by a point source of 1 candela intensity radiating uniformly in all directions

What part of speech is lumen?

lumen is commonly used as noun.