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nounDefinition of LIGHTNESS
1
: the quality or state of being light especially in weight
2
: lack of seriousness and stability of character often accompanied by casual heedlessness
3
a : the quality or state of being nimble b : an ease and gaiety of style or manner
4
: a lack of weightiness or force : delicacy
First Known Use of LIGHTNESS
12th century
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