Lux

/lʌks/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A unit of illumination equal to one lumen per square meter.

The recommended lighting level for a classroom is around 300 lux.

A term used to refer to the brightness of light in visual perception.

The photographer adjusted the camera settings to ensure optimal lux levels for the perfect shot.

In the context of lighting design, lux measures how well an area is lit.

The architect specified a minimum of 500 lux at the work surfaces for the office space.

abbreviation

Abbreviation for luxury or luxurious.

The five-star hotel offered a lux experience tailored to its guests.

Used in marketing to suggest a sense of opulence or high quality.

The brand's latest collection was marketed as a lux line featuring premium materials.

From Latin 'lux', meaning 'light'.

luxurious living:

A lifestyle characterized by comfort and extravagance.

luxury brand:

A high-end brand known for quality and exclusivity.

luxuriate in:

To indulge in luxury or pleasure.

In slang, 'lux' can refer to a lavish lifestyle.

He's living the lux life with his new car and wallet full of cash.

Used to describe something that is considered high-end or premium.

That restaurant is so lux, you need a reservation months in advance.