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    Luit (en. Shines)

    /lɥit/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Who shines, who emits light.
    The surface of the water shines under the sun.
    La surface de l'eau luit sous le soleil.
    Who has a brilliant luster.
    His eyes shine with a particular intensity.
    Ses yeux luisent d'une intensité particulière.
    Refers to an object that reflects light.
    The polished metal shines when looked at.
    Le métal poli luit lorsqu'on le regarde.

    Etymology

    Comes from the verb luit, a form of the Old French language.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    shines with a thousand lights
    to shine intensely
    luit de mille feux
    shines like a new penny
    to shine brilliantly
    luit comme un sou neuf
    to shine
    to reflect light while illuminating
    se lustrer

    Related Words

    glow
    emission of weak light
    lueur
    lucidity
    clarity of mind
    lucidité
    luminance
    amount of emitted light
    luminance

    Slang Meanings

    To have a good shine, to be very attractive.
    This car really shines!
    Cette voiture, elle luit vraiment !
    To be proud or to boast.
    He shines every time he talks about his success.
    Il luit à chaque fois qu'il parle de son succès.