lighting

noun

light·​ing ˈlī-tiŋ 

1

a

: illumination

b

: ignition

2

: an artificial supply of light or the apparatus providing it

Examples of lighting in a Sentence

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

Features like gas fire pits, a water fountain, an outdoor shower, and lantern lighting enhance ambiance. — Rory Evans, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 July 2026

The advertisement paints an ominous portrait, featuring a man in dark lighting standing in front of images of noisy computer servers. — Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 1 July 2026

The tower underwent major renovations in 2021 to repair concrete and upgrade its doors, windows, and lighting. — Neal Riley, CBS News, 30 June 2026

Back then, Reagan lived in a suburban home in California that GE filled with the latest in ambient lighting and kitchen appliances. — Ann Manov, Harpers Magazine, 30 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

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