Meaning & Definition of Daylight in English
Daylight
The natural light of day.
Pronunciation:
/ˈdeɪlaɪt/Part of Speech:
nounPlural:
daylightsDetailed Definitions
Definition: The natural light that comes from the sun during the day.
Example Sentence: The room was bright with daylight streaming through the windows.
Definition: The time between sunrise and sunset.
Example Sentence: We worked in daylight until the sun went down.
Definition: Visibility or exposure to the light of day.
Example Sentence: He prefers to conduct his business in broad daylight.
Definition: The period during which one can see clearly due to the sun's illumination.
Example Sentence: There is a sense of security in working in daylight.
Definition: The contrast between light and darkness.
Example Sentence: The daylight revealed the hidden details of the landscape.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English: from day + light.
Synonyms
Common Phrases and Expressions
- daylight robbery: A grossly overpriced transaction or unfair deal.
- out in the daylight: To expose something publicly.
- to see the light of day: To be published or made public.
Translations
- Spanish: luz del día
- French: lumière du jour
- German: Tageslicht
- Russian: дневной свет
Related Words
- sunshine: The light and warmth that come from the sun.
- twilight: The time of day immediately following sunset.
- dawn: The first appearance of light before sunrise.
Slang Meanings of daylight
Meaning: Broad daylight
Example Sentence: He did it in broad daylight, which was very bold.
Meaning: In the daylight
Example Sentence: This secret needs to be brought into the daylight.