downlight

noun

down·​light ˈdau̇n-ˌlīt How to pronounce downlight (audio)
: a small spotlight set in a ceiling and directed downward

Examples of downlight in a Sentence

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Another common mistake is relying too heavily on ceiling downlights. Natasha Bazika, Martha Stewart, 14 June 2026 The downlight in this edition now offers a choice of 15 colors, each with its own brightness control, and the housing is offered in Space Grey or Solar Gold. Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 15 Oct. 2024 The burnished silver leaf metal pendants by Aerin for Visual Comfort provide gentle downlight, tie to the stools, and don’t stand out. BostonGlobe.com, 2 Apr. 2021 Philips also has other options including a downlight 5/6-inch light, smart LED bar lights, and decorative light strips. Marc Saltzman, USA TODAY, 25 Apr. 2020

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First Known Use

1949, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of downlight was in 1949

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“Downlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/downlight. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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