lighting

1 of 2

noun

light·​ing ˈlī-tiŋ 

1

a

: illumination

b

: ignition

2

: an artificial supply of light or the apparatus providing it

lighting

2 of 2

present participle of light entry 3, light entry 6

Examples of lighting in a Sentence

Noun

He prefers natural lighting for his photography.

The lighting wasn't bright enough.

The street lighting was so dim I got lost.

There was a problem with the lighting.

a company that sells lighting equipment

He's in charge of the lighting for the show.

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

The lighting design also took into consideration the various needs of daily life, without relying on single light sources. — Marilena Pitino, Architectural Digest, 2 Nov. 2026

The restaurant is stylish in every sense of the word, with sage green tiles, oak accents, and warm lighting. — Ali Domrongchai, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Nov. 2026

The large side patio has ample seating and umbrellas, plus string lighting that sets the atmosphere at night. — Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 2 Nov. 2026

Sardelli also encourages guests to locate the essentials, including power outlets, and adjust the temperature and lighting to their preferences. — Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 1 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing lighting

• direct lighting
• indirect lighting
• strip lighting
• track lighting

Rhymes for lighting

• biting
• blighting
• citing
• fighting
• righting
• sighting
• siting
• slighting
• whiting
• writing
• alighting
• backbiting

Kids Definition

lighting

noun

light·​ing

ˈlīt-iŋ

1

: supply of light : illumination

2

: artificial light (as for a play) or the apparatus providing it