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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Thus one of the main rationales for DST, which is to conserve energy by maximizing the utility of natural sunlight, is substantially reduced. James Bickerton, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025 Natural sunlight is best, so if weather permits, have breakfast outside or have your child help to walk the dog. Dina Roth Port, Parents, 7 Mar. 2025 Each plant has its own growing cycle based on climate, soil, rain, and sunlight. Lauren David, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2025 This effect occurs because Earth's atmosphere scatters shorter wavelengths of sunlight while allowing longer wavelengths — red and orange light — to bend into Earth's shadow and illuminate the moon. Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 6 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sunlight

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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 12 Mar. 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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