Hi, I sometimes am not sure whether I can form "noun + noun" combination to form a noun. I tend to use a noun that is formed in this type of noun combination by looking at prior precedence, which can possibly be done by recollecting my possible exposure to the word; but a dilemma surfaces when I can't recollect them being used as such. Then, I go on by checking whether it makes a good general sense. Should I keep using this method to decide whether a "noun + noun" combination is proper or not? a pumpkin lantern -- I know what it means and makes a good sense but would it be more accurate to say "a pumpkin-like lantern" or possibly "a lantern that looks like a pumkin"? a stimulus check -- I think I know what it means but could we have...
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