skylight

noun

sky·light | \ ˈskī-ˌlīt

Definition of skylight

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

Inside, features include an open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, skylights and three fireplaces. — Jack Flemming, latimes.com, "Hot Property: Rocker Lindsey Buckingham takes a bow in Brentwood," 13 July 2019 But the addition accommodates an enormous new kitchen with skylights and an open-fire hearth that allows the staff to experiment with the menu (which starts at $325 per person). — Mary Beth Albright, chicagotribune.com, "How a world-class chef blossomed in Napa Valley: The French Laundry turns 25," 5 July 2019 In the main room, framed by a glassed-in kitchen manned by chefs in white, an enormous skylight pulls in and diffuses the Southern California rays. — Bill Addison, latimes.com, "Is Spago relevant? Our critic talks through three (very different) recent meals," 27 June 2019 In June, dawn breaks in Edam as early as 4 am, but the couple are doing fine in their glass-cube bedroom, says Mr. Hartong, who says lowering the back blinds and covering skylights grants them enough darkness to sleep undisturbed. — J.s. Marcus, WSJ, "Old Intersects With New in This Former Dutch Church," 19 June 2019 For your accommodations, rooms range from suites to skylight rooms, with each room featuring unique flourishes and decor. — Perri Ormont Blumberg, Southern Living, "This 115-Year-Old East Nashville Church Just Reopened as a Boutique Hotel," 7 June 2019 The Velux Cabrio Balcony can be added to any skylight, opening it into a spot for lounging al fresco. — Tainaya Nash, House Beautiful, "You Can Now Turn Your Window into a Balcony," 14 June 2019 Renovations on that center were compete by the summer of 2013, featuring Greek-style columns, exposed wooden beams, skylights and floor-to-ceiling windows. — Yvonne Wenger, baltimoresun.com, "Baltimore's $2.9 billion budget would reopen all city rec centers on Saturdays," 11 June 2019 Along with the brick and skylights, McMurry loves the home’s open floorplan, which complements the natural light. — azcentral, "61-year-old Scottsdale ranch home gets one more upgrade – a new backyard. Take a look," 6 June 2019

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