1
: the diffused and reflected light of the sky
2
: an opening in a house roof or ship's deck that is covered with translucent or transparent material and that is designed to admit light
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Other creature comforts include a giant skylight, a rooftop air conditioner and a water heater.
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Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 13 Mar. 2025
The skylight overhead lets in plenty of light to keep the space warm and bright.
—New Atlas, 10 Mar. 2025
Architects from Lake Flato, the firm that designed the building, took it a step further and used computer simulations to determine the best placement for skylights in each room to accentuate the daylight infusion.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Feb. 2025
The formal dining room is capped by a skylight, while the large center island kitchen and the adjoining breakfast nook are great places to catch up during casual meals.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 28 Feb. 2025
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Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 13 Mar. 2025
The skylight overhead lets in plenty of light to keep the space warm and bright.
—New Atlas, 10 Mar. 2025
Architects from Lake Flato, the firm that designed the building, took it a step further and used computer simulations to determine the best placement for skylights in each room to accentuate the daylight infusion.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Feb. 2025
The formal dining room is capped by a skylight, while the large center island kitchen and the adjoining breakfast nook are great places to catch up during casual meals.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 28 Feb. 2025
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“Skylight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skylight. Accessed 16 Mar. 2025.
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skylight
noun
sky·light
ˈskī-ˌlīt 
: a window or group of windows in a roof or ceiling
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