skylight

noun

sky·​light ˈskī-ˌlīt 

1

: the diffused and reflected light of the sky

2

: an opening in a house roof or ship's deck that is covered with translucent or transparent material and that is designed to admit light

Examples of skylight in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

There are also several design iterations, like options with awnings over the front door or skylights, as well as different materials, including cotton. — Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 26 June 2026

Elsewhere, an indoor pool sits beneath a massive skylight. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 25 June 2026

In the bedroom, glass walls on three sides and an electric skylight create a bright, airy atmosphere, though motorized drapes that double as blackout curtains offer privacy when needed. — Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026

Natural light streams indoors every morning via floor-to-ceiling windows in the main living area and plenty of skylights, while a paved patio outdoors creates a serene setting for a sunset cocktail around the fire pit. — Madeline Weinfield, Architectural Digest, 24 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1632, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for skylight

• affright
• airtight
• albite
• alight
• alright
• aplite
• aright
• bainite
• birthright
• bobwhite
• bornite
• bullfight

Kids Definition

skylight

noun

sky·​light ˈskī-ˌlīt 

: a window or group of windows in a roof or ceiling