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Definition of ancient light

: a window or other opening that has been used 20 or more years without interruption and is therefore protected at common law against obstruction by an adjoining holder

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First Known Use of ancient light

1718, in the meaning defined above

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“Ancient light.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ancient%20light. Accessed 20 Jan. 2021.

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