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
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This historic home showcases Jefferson’s eye for innovative design, featuring large picture windows and dramatic skylights.
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Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 12 Oct. 2025
In the video, the rapper gave fans a tour of the boat, complete with marble statues, skylights, separate sleeping quarters and a full bar.
—Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 11 Oct. 2025
Also hovering above is an expansive skylight.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 10 Oct. 2025
The centerpiece was an onsen-style soaking tub, set beneath a skylight and framed by a wall of river rocks.
—Lisa Greissinger, Travel + Leisure, 4 Oct. 2025
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Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 12 Oct. 2025
In the video, the rapper gave fans a tour of the boat, complete with marble statues, skylights, separate sleeping quarters and a full bar.
—Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 11 Oct. 2025
Also hovering above is an expansive skylight.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 10 Oct. 2025
The centerpiece was an onsen-style soaking tub, set beneath a skylight and framed by a wall of river rocks.
—Lisa Greissinger, Travel + Leisure, 4 Oct. 2025
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“Skylight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skylight. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.
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skylight
noun
sky·light
ˈskī-ˌlīt 
: a window or group of windows in a roof or ceiling
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