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

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This historic home showcases Jefferson’s eye for innovative design, featuring large picture windows and dramatic skylights. 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 See All Example Sentences for skylight

Word History

First Known Use

1632, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
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 18 Oct. 2025.

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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