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Meaning of the word daylight in English

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daylight

US /ˈdeɪ.laɪt/
UK /ˈdeɪ.laɪt/
"daylight" picture

Noun

1.

the natural light of the day

Example:
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The room was filled with bright daylight.
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We need to finish this before daylight fades.
Synonym:
daydaytimesunlightsunshine
2.

the period of time when there is natural light; the time between sunrise and sunset

Example:
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They worked from dawn till dusk, making the most of every hour of daylight.
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It's safer to travel during daylight hours.
Synonym:
daydaytime
3.

a difference or gap between two things or people

Example:
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There's a huge daylight between their opinions on the matter.
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The team put clear daylight between themselves and their rivals.
Synonym:
gapdifferencespacedistance
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