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

Under soft lighting — and between classic green booths — the filet mignons and accompanying sides come seasoned with a taste of history and tradition. —Usa Today Network, USA Today, 19 Dec. 2025

Jewish families gathered in downtown Dallas on Thursday night to mark the fifth night of Hanukkah, celebrating with music, dancing and the lighting of a large menorah under heightened security following a deadly attack in Australia. —Amelia Mugavero, CBS News, 19 Dec. 2025

Remember, a tent offers no protection from lighting. —Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 19 Dec. 2025

Ensuring that your space contains enough lighting is a must, and choosing the right type of fixture matters. —Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 18 Dec. 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