Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the phrase
Pilot Light.
Pilot Light - as a noun
Small auxiliary gas burner that provides a flame to ignite a larger gas burner
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pilotpilot burnerIndicator consisting of a light to indicate whether power is on or a motor is in operation
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
indicator lamppilot lampExample Sentences
"Before lighting the gas stove, make sure the pilot light is ignited."
"The pilot light on the water heater went out, so we had no hot water."
"I had to relight the pilot light on the oven because the flame went out."
"The pilot light on the furnace keeps the house warm during the winter."
"The plumber suggested replacing the faulty pilot light in the boiler."