sunlight

noun

sun·​light ˈsən-ˌlīt How to pronounce sunlight (audio)
: the light of the sun : sunshine

Examples of sunlight in a Sentence

Sunlight streamed through the windows. let's raise the shades and let in some sunlight
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Drink plenty of liquids slowly to prevent vomiting Keep the skin away from direct and indirect sunlight If a fever develops, consider taking a cool bath. Katlein Franca, Verywell Health, 30 July 2025 The adjustable solar panel requires eight hours of sunlight to achieve a full charge, but users can also opt to recharge the power source with a USB power cord on cloudy days. Maggie Horton, People.com, 30 July 2025 Ionizing EMFs, such as from sunlight and X-rays, have much higher-level radiation. Tyler Faurot, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 July 2025 To keep their photosynthesizing algae alive, those species need to be closer to the surface, where plenty of sunlight can penetrate the water. Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 25 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for sunlight

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of sunlight was in the 13th century

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“Sunlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sunlight. Accessed 2 Aug. 2025.

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sunlight

noun
sun·​light ˈsən-ˌlīt How to pronounce sunlight (audio)
: the light of the sun : sunshine

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