Definition of sunshine
1a : the sun's light or direct raysb : the warmth and light given by the sun's raysc : a spot or surface on which the sun's light shines
2 : someone or something (such as a person, condition, or influence) that radiates warmth, cheer, or happiness
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Examples of sunshine in a Sentence
Today's forecast calls for sunshine.
Let's go out and enjoy the sunshine!
She was the kind of person who brought sunshine into people's lives.
First Known Use of sunshine
13th century
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Definition of sunshine
: forbidding or restricting closed meetings of legislative or executive bodies and sometimes providing for public access to records sunshine laws
First Known Use of sunshine
1972
SUNSHINE Defined for English Language Learners
sunshine
playDefinition of sunshine for English Language Learners
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: the sun's light or rays : warmth and light from the sun
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: a feeling of happiness
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—used as a form of address that can be either friendly or rude
SUNSHINE Defined for Kids
sunshine
playDefinition of sunshine for Students
1 : the sun's light or direct rays : the warmth and light given by the sun's rays
2 : something that spreads warmth or happiness You are my sunshine.
Law Dictionary
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Legal Definition of sunshine
: forbidding or restricting closed meetings of legislative or executive bodies and sometimes providing for public access to government records sunshine laws — see also Freedom of Information Act
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