light

US /laɪt/
UK /laɪt/
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1.

the natural agent that stimulates sight and makes things visible

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The room was filled with natural light.
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Turn on the light, it's dark in here.
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illuminationradiancebrightness
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darknessgloomshadow
2.

a source of illumination, such as a lamp or a bulb

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The street lights came on at dusk.
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She bought a new reading light for her bedside table.
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lampbulbfixture
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to ignite or cause to burn

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Can you light the candles for dinner?
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He used a match to light the campfire.
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ignitekindleilluminate
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extinguishquench
1.

having a considerable or comparatively small weight; not heavy

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This package is surprisingly light.
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She prefers a light breakfast.
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featherweightairydelicate
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heavydense
2.

pale in color

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She wore a light blue dress.
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The walls were painted a light shade of green.
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palefaintsoft
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darkdeep
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