Jack-o'-lanterns, a Halloween staple, can be referred to by numerous synonyms. One popular synonym is "pumpkin lanterns." "Carved pumpkins" or simply "carvings" are also commonly used. Other terms include "gourd lanterns," "glowing pumpkins," "orange orbs" and "spooky squashes." Some descriptors focus on the lantern's eerie nature, such as "haunted lamps" or "ghostly gourds." Specific to certain regions, "Stingy Jack's lanterns" traces its origin to a famous Irish folklore. Whether you call them jack-o'-lanterns or something more creative, the tradition of carving and displaying these festive lanterns has continued for generations and are a symbol of Halloween.
