skylight

noun

sky·​light ˈskī-ˌlīt How to pronounce skylight (audio)
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 With the Evelyn Hotel being built in 1903, original details like the tiled floors and oversized skylight have been retained. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 20 Sep. 2024 The heated five-car garage with skylights, recessed lighting, and ample storage space has ceiling heights to accommodate car lifts. Brendel Hightower, Detroit Free Press, 13 Sep. 2024 Used in porches, skylights, showers, and as room dividers, Crittall-style windows can become expensive quickly and often require a contractor for installation. Claire Hoppe, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Sep. 2024 The fourth floor is dedicated entirely to the primary bedroom, which has striped red upholstered walls, a fireplace, large windows, and a skylight on the ceiling. Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for skylight 

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Word History

First Known Use

1632, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of skylight was in 1632

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“Skylight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skylight. Accessed 14 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

skylight

noun
sky·​light ˈskī-ˌlīt How to pronounce skylight (audio)
: a window or group of windows in a roof or ceiling

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