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

Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors bring in ample light and overlook the backyard terrace’s heated pool, outdoor shower, and fireplace, while dimmable cove lighting furthers the warmth. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Sep. 2026

Flowers, mementos, and symbolism in Oslo In recent days, thousands of people across the country have paid tribute to the popular king by bringing flowers, lighting candles, and leaving messages of condolence. — Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 9 Sep. 2026

But if aesthetics are also on your priority list, the Go 5 brings the flair with ambient lighting along its upper and lower edges. — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 8 Sep. 2026

Groups can request a maximum of $250,000 each for physical security measures at their facilities like lighting, locks, alarms, panic buttons, fencing, shatter-resistant glass and public address systems. — Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 8 Sep. 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