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

Just like art, lighting, and heirlooms, these elements are best collected to bring an authentic feel. —Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 July 2025

While Christmas trees are integral to holiday decor, lighting and other thoughtful accents are just as important. —Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 10 July 2025

Remember, a tent offers no protection from lighting. —Star-Telegram Weather Bot updated July 9, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 July 2025

The funding comes through the Airport Improvement Program, which earmarks funds for airport infrastructure projects, like runways, taxiways, noise mitigation, airport signage and airport lighting. —Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 July 2025

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