sunlight

noun

sun·​light ˈsən-ˌlīt How to pronounce sunlight (audio)
Synonyms of sunlightnext
: the light of the sun : sunshine

Examples of sunlight in a Sentence

Sunlight streamed through the windows. let's raise the shades and let in some sunlight
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The more light, the more water your plant may need in winter, especially if in warm direct sunlight in a south-facing window. Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Dec. 2025 The skin makes most of the body's vitamin D from exposure to sunlight, but it is also found in certain foods. Aubrey Bailey, Verywell Health, 22 Dec. 2025 Don’t use indoor cords outdoors in winter—or any other time of year for that matter—because they aren’t designed to handle moisture, sunlight, and temperature fluctuations and can be a fire hazard. Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2025 People in Western societies spend 80% to 90% of their time under artificial lights, which are much dimmer and less dynamic than sunlight, the researchers noted. Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 22 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sunlight

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of sunlight was in the 13th century

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“Sunlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sunlight. Accessed 30 Dec. 2025.

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sunlight

noun
sun·​light ˈsən-ˌlīt How to pronounce sunlight (audio)
: the light of the sun : sunshine

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