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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Sun Exposure: Dappled sunlight Soil Type: Loose, organically-rich Soil pH: Acidic 10 of 10 Hostas Hostas are one of the most popular plants for shady gardens. Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2025 Mirroring the figures of the standard Instinct 3 watches, the AMOLED model can last up to 24 days, the Solar version up to 40 days — or unlimited stamina with light use if the watch sees enough direct sunlight each day. Andrew Williams, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025 Don’t forget to follow Martha Stewart’s rose care instructions, which include giving your roses full sunlight and planting them in well-draining soil. Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2025 Sacramento-Roseville, CA Ozone pollution, also called smog, is the presence of ground-level ozone that forms when chemicals like nitrogen oxides and volatile organics from electric utilities, car exhaust, gasoline vapors, industrial facilities and chemical solvents react to sunlight. Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 23 Apr. 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 29 Apr. 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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